Substitute Paraprofessionals - Now hiring

This position reports to the school principal in a midsize urban school district located in the Capital Region of Upstate New York. The Paraprofessional will play a critical role in assisting teachers in facilitating quality academic and enrichment activities for all students. The Paraprofessional will assist the Teacher in creating a learning environment that will enhance the academic character and social-emotional skills of all students. Clerical duties such as assisting building secretary, answering phones, copying, filing and attendance duties. Assist in library duties such as checking books in and out, restocking shelves, inventory, recordkeeping, maintenance of equipment and overdue notices;

Assist with student supervision;

Organizing, scheduling, and maintenance of computer labs as directed;

Intake recordkeeping, preparing testing materials, ordering of testing materials;

Breakfast and/or lunch monitor duties to include playground supervision;

Monitor halls, bathrooms, cafeteria, playground, and all outside areas within the immediate vicinity of the building;

Morning and afternoon bus duty supervision;

All other non-instructional support needed by immediate engagement team or supervisor;

Paraprofessional Key Qualities

Designated champion for every child in your classroom;

Cares about students’ academic and social emotional needs;

Build student relationships and a sense of community;

The Schenectady City School District is committed to hiring members of the protected classes and residents of the City of Schenectady. For more information on the Schenectady City School District recruitment and hiring plan, please contact the Office of Human Resources. The Schenectady City School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race or gender. This policy is in compliance with the Title IX of the Education amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Regulations and Bylaws of the Board of Education of the Schenectady City School District.

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED);

Experience working in schools with children and families to support diverse learners.

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