TITLE: Paraprofessional


CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt GRADE 3

 

Classified Placement Schedule

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: To assist students in school classrooms with educational programs and assignments and to provide assistance to Teachers as needed.


PRINCIPLE DUTIES: (essential functions)

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

 

Knowledge of District policies and procedures.
Knowledge of classroom procedures and processes.
Knowledge of methods and techniques to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics.
Knowledge of safety rules and regulations.


Skill in monitoring and improving student behavior and learning skills.
Skill in assisting children and special needs students, and assessing educational needs.
Skill in maintaining composure, and working effectively under classroom conditions.
Skill in using courtesy and respect in instructing students.
Skill in communicating effectively in verbal and written forms.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with co-workers and others.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is performed in a classroom environment, with moderate physical requirements. Required to perform the following physical requirements of the position with reasonable accommodation: vision corrected to 20/20, ability to hear in the normal range (corrected), able to speak clearly, and able to lift, move and carry up to 40 pounds.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associate’s Degree; AND one (1) year of experience working with children; OR High school diploma and certification by Arizona Department of Education (ADE) Paraprofessional (ParaPro) assessment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skill. Must pass a thorough background investigation.


REQUIRED LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: First Aid & CPR
Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten months per year. Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

 

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of classified personnel.