Paraprofessional, PreK

Paraprofessional, Prek

Provides assistance with classroom organization, management, and presentation/development of classroom instruction; Works under general supervision of the instructional staff Essential duties include working closely with the pre-kindergarten teacher and students, following the operating guidelines required by the Georgia pre-kindergarten program, assisting the teacher in the preparation of educational materials for students, working individually with students and/or in small groups to help reinforce learning objectives, assisting with all aspects of the daily routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, and all other instructional quality guidelines as assigned. Participates in lunchroom, recess, hall-monitoring, and bus duties, assists with preparing and maintaining learning centers for instruction, and performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Required education: high school diploma or GED required. Must pass the GACE paraprofessional assessment or must have technical certificate of credit in early childhood education in lieu of passing GACE assessment. An associate's degree or higher at a GaPSC accepted accredited institution is acceptable.

Certification/Licensure: must meet bright from the start requirements as indicated under "education" above.

Experience qualifications: 0 - 1 year of experience required. Knowledge/skills/abilities include the ability to understand and follow directions, excellent communication skills both written and verbal, good organizational skills, classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred.

Working conditions: classroom environment. Physical demands include the ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance, ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds. Typically sitting, standing, walking. May require stooping or crouching.