Paraprofessional

Assistant Teacher Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers in order to coordinate instructional efforts; Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations; Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods; Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups in order to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers; Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, playground, and gymnasiums, or on field trips; Conduct demonstrations to teach such skills as sports, dancing, and handicrafts; Distribute teaching materials such as textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students; Distribute tests and homework assignments, and collect them when they are completed; Enforce administration policies and rules governing students; Grade homework and tests, and compute and record results, using answer sheets or electronic marking devices; Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage; Observe students' performance, and record relevant data to assess progress; Organize and label materials and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their eye levels and perceptual skills; Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development; Participate in teacher-parent conferences regarding students' progress or problems; Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities; Take class attendance, and maintain attendance records; Assist in bus loading and unloading; Attend staff meetings, and serve on committees as required; Maintain computers in classrooms and laboratories, and assist students with hardware and software use; Requisition and stock teaching materials and supplies; Type, file, and duplicate materials. High School Diploma with two years of college or Associates Degree; Experience in K-12 Education; Strong oral and written communication skills; Satisfactory completion of local, state, and federal criminal history check and TB test; Demonstrated ability to exhibit strong interpersonal skills with students, parents and administrators.