Assist in conducting intensified learning experiences for students in assigned area and relieve certified teacher of various tasks that are primarily non-instructional in natureAssist teacher and students in achieving the objectives of the program or activitiesMaintain discipline in the absence of the teacherTutor students individually or in small groups to reinforce and follow-up learning activitiesHelp students with their daily work and in finding activities appropriate for their homeworkReview class activities and daily homeworkSupervise class breakfast and lunch activitiesTalk to parents to provide updates on the student's progress, homework, and social behaviorDistribute informative letters to parents regarding their child's progressAssist in filing and organizing materials for record retention and distributionAssist in maintaining student records, attendance, and filesPerform all other tasks and duties as assignedRegular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this positionWORK ENVIRONMENT:The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.QualificationsAccredited Senior High School Diploma or equivalent (U.S.A. equivalency), plus one of the following: Associate degree, 48 college credit hours, pass an academic assessmentParaprofessional certificate required from State Board of CertificationOne year of experience working with childrenDemonstrated general knowledge of child growth/development and behavior characteristicsDemonstrated ability to work with people from diverse ethnic groupsDemonstrated organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the positionDemonstrated initiative and a willingness to follow verbal and written instructionsDemonstrated effective communication skills both in oral and written formBilingual (English/Spanish)Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing worldDemonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession
