Elementary Educator Fellow - Parkview Elementary

Position Summary

The objective for the Educator Fellows Program is to create a temporary workforce, or job corps, of Educator Fellows that support teachers in their classrooms by providing engaging high-dosage tutoring and small group instruction that also celebrates student cultural wealth. This is based on the recognition that more adults can better serve students with

just-in-time remediation or targeted small-group instruction3. The project will also provide an experiential entree into the education profession with funding and clearly established pathways for advancement.

This fellowship is ideal for individuals who enjoy interacting with youth in a school setting, have good communication skills, and who enjoy working with diverse populations experiencing a range of social needs. The fellowship will provide critical hands-on experiences in the education arena and a solid foundation for those who are planning to enter the education profession. The ability to adapt is also valuable for this position, specifically someone who can respond in the moment/think on their feet, is able to work well with moderate amounts of ambiguity, and contributes well to ideas/creative thought.

Essential Functions

The Educator Fellow will assist the mentor teacher to:

Provide instructional support services under the direct supervision of a highly qualified teacher.

Assist a Mentor Teacher with program content and maintain open communication with both the Mentor Teacher and Program Director.

Consult and assist with the Mentor Teacher on a continuous basis regarding program content and progress of students.

Plan individualized targeted instruction to students in the areas of reading and math, either in a small group or 1 to 1 setting with the collaboration of the Mentor Teacher. Provide individualized targeted instruction to students in the areas of reading and math either in a small group or 1 to 1 setting.

Consult with Mentor Teacher in tracking student progress, monitoring, and planning of interventions.

Maintain current and accurate records as required.

Complete micro courses and professional development series on various topics to include but not limited to classroom management, math intervention, reading intervention, high intensity tutoring strategies, and cultural and linguistically responsive teaching and learning.

Develop strong relationships with students and colleagues. Participate in regular coaching and feedback session.

Hard Skills

MS Office, Outlook-typing skills Excel - basic skills

Reading and writing skills

Soft Skills

Interpersonal Skills & Teamwork Open to feedback

Task-oriented, ability to prioritize Self-directed, self-motivated Ability to follow direction Attention to detail

Ability to practice empathy at all times and treat everyone in a positive and professional manner

Assessments/ Training Provided through Internship

Para-Pro Exam

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing: 60% Walking: 35% Sitting: 5%
• Frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, and reaching
• Frequent lifting/pushing/pulling up to 25 lbs; occasional up to 50 lbs
• Exposure to typical classroom conditions, cleaning materials, and outdoor environments
• Must maintain appropriate hearing and vision (corrected acceptable)
• Occasional exposure to noise, sunlight, or public interaction

Standing

60%

Inside

95%

Walking

35%

Outside

5%

Sitting

5%

Total

100%

100%

Requirements While Performing Job:

Physical Activity

Daily: Yes/No

Description

Twist: Waist

Yes

Wrist

Yes

Neck/Shoulder

Yes

Stoop, bend

Yes

Squat, kneel or crawl

Yes

Repetitive motions of hands or wrists

Yes

Run

Yes

Climb ladders, stairs, or equipment

Yes

Ride equipment

No

Walk on uneven terrain

Yes

Fine finger dexterity

Yes

Manual dexterity

Yes

Reaching above shoulders

Yes

Reaching at shoulder height

Yes

Reaching below shoulders

Yes

Other

Requirements for pushing, lifting, pulling, or carrying obstacles of weight

No. of lbs. from the floor

Push

Pull

Lift

Carry

Frequency: Explain if daily/weekly/monthly/once in a while

0-25

X

X

Daily

26-50

X

X


Weekly

51-150

X

X


Above 150

No. of lbs from chest high

0-25

X

X

Weekly

26-50

X

X

Once in a while

51-150

Above 150

No. of lbs. over head

0-25

X


X

Once in a while

26-50

51-150

Above 150

Must be capable of working under unusual conditions such as:

Chemicals, skin irritants such as soaps, cleaning agents and others


Yes

Cold/heat of outside work
Yes
Confined spaces such as crawl spaces and other small areas

Contact with the public

Yes

Dampness

Electrical

Explosives, flammables, gas, paint thinners

High work spaces

Machine noise

Yes

Radiation

Sun

Yes

Vibration

Protective equipment required

Vision Demand and Capabilities

Normal night vision

Normal depth perception

X


Normal depth vision

X

Normal color vision

X

Red/Green/Amber color vision

X


Uncorrected Vision

Corrected Vision

X

Hearing Demands and Capabilities

Hearing essentially normal

X

Some high tone loss

Significant high tone loss

Low tone loss

Other requirements: Corrected hearing

X

This position will be paid according to the Educational Assistant Salary Schedule:

PRIMARY JOB LOCATION:

Assigned School

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT (LENGTH OF CONTRACT):

Academic Year

EVALUATION PERFORMED BY:

Building Administrator


Socorro Consolidated Schools provides all training required by OSHA to ensure employee safety.