Paraprofessional I (PT)- 136

Paraprofessional IThe Paraprofessional I assists assigned teaching personnel in the supervision and instruction of students in general education classrooms. Working alongside the classroom teacher ensuring students stay engaged and on task, reinforcing lesson plans, providing clerical support, supporting students' academic growth and overall development.Minimum Required Qualifications:All positions require selected candidates to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check. Additional minimum required qualifications for this position are:High school diploma or a recognized equivalentPer Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), interested applicants must be Highly Qualified to be considered for the position and have completed one of the following:completed at least two years at an accredited higher education institution (minimum 48 semester hours), orobtained an associates (or higher) degree from an accredited higher education institution, orsatisfied a rigorous state or local assessment (Parapro Assessment/PRAXIS ETS) with a score of 460 or higherThe higher education institution official transcripts, or college diploma, or a copy of the Paraprofessional Assessment must be provided with your application or upon a contingent offer of employment. Unofficial transcripts can be a placeholder until official transcripts are providedHold or obtain CPR & First Aid Certificate within 2 months of hireAttend Annual Health Services TrainingEffective communication skills with both children and adults, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English; proficiency in grammar and punctuationAbility to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and ratiosExperience using standard office equipment (e.g., phone, copier, scanner, fax machines etc.) and Microsoft OfficePreferred Qualifications:These are examples of skills and experience that the best-qualified candidates may have. Not having one or all of them does not disqualify any candidate from consideration.Experience in a K-12 education or public employment environmentKnowledgeable of age-appropriate activities; stages of child development; classroom management techniques; and development of effective lesson plans; lead small groups and learn through playSpanish or other language proficiency, including ability to read, write, speak, and understandEssential Functions & Responsibilities:Adapt classroom work under the direction of the teacher and provide a method to support and reinforce lesson plansAdminister tests and evaluations, proctor tests, under supervision of the teacher (e.g., DRA, DIBELS, observational data for IEP goals, etc.) to monitor student progressConfers with teacher assisting in evaluating student progress and implementing student objectivesImplement students' learning and behavior plans to meet students' social and behavioral interventions, health care plans, and ensure compliance with IEPsMonitor individual students in a variety of settings (e.g., classroom, library, playground activities, field trip, bus boarding and exiting, etc.) providing a safe and positive learning environmentProvide appropriate classroom intervention with students under the teacher's direction (e.g., booster groups, individual instruction, small group instruction, etc.) improving student learning and academic successPrepare teaching materials, perform record-keeping and clerical functions, and organize related reports (e.g., worksheets, scheduling, copying, data recording, grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) to implement lesson plans and document student progress to support the teacher and administratorAdminister first aid/CPR to students when necessary and adhere to safety practicesPerform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages and rations, read a variety of manuals, and write documents following prescribed formatsAssist other school personnel as required and needed (e.g., instructors, site administration, other paraprofessionals, etc.) ensuring an efficient and effective work environmentReport incidents (e.g., fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) to maintain the personal safety of students and adhere to district policies, procedures and state lawParticipate in various meetings and workshops as assigned to convey and gather information required to perform functions; present information to others; attend additional training opportunities as neededIndependently interpret guidelines, maintain confidentiality, be attentive to detail, and adapt to changing work priorities and work with frequent interruptions, as requiredSupport a team environment by collaborating with own and other work units to effectively perform dutiesMaintain regular and predictable attendance to fulfill job requirements efficiently and effectivelyCommunicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse individuals and groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and building positive working relationships with employees and stakeholdersPerform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unitEmployee Supervisory Responsibilities: NoWork Environment & Physical Demands: Paraprofessional I Physical Demands FormThe Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resource Services – Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.Non-Discrimination StatementNo district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs, services and employment including its policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 406 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, View phone number on click.appcast.io. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, Denver, CO, View phone number on click.appcast.io.