Paraeducator, Early Literacy Tutor (25-26)

• Tutors individual and/or small groups of students in reading.

• Participates in planned training and professional development to grow knowledge base in early literacy content, pedagogy, and best practices.

• Uses a systematic process for collecting, organizing, and utilizing formative assessment data to monitor student progress within a response-to-intervention model

• Provides instructional assistance in support of student learning activities.

• Assists students individually and in small groups with instructional activities, skills reinforcement activities, and other activities that support instruction.

• Assists teacher in monitoring and managing student behavior and classroom management.

• Assists in administering tests and assessments.

• Observes and gathers assessment data on students and assists in reviewing assessments and progress reports.

• Discusses observations and progress of students with instructional staff.

• Prepares a variety of instructional materials, audio-visual aids, and reports, as requested.

• Assists in maintaining an inviting, neat, and safe classroom.

• Performs clerical support tasks including correction of tests and work papers, maintaining attendance logs, maintaining student folders and records, maintaining inventory, and reproduction of instructional related materials.

• Provides support and instructional assistance in writing, science, computer or other technology and ensures proper maintenance and care of laboratory equipment.

• Supervises and monitors students during off-site instruction and on field trips.

• May supervise play periods and playground activities of children.

• May assist students with daily living activities such as feeding and toileting including diapering when appropriate.

• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school boards policies and the professional standards.

Required:

• Graduation from High school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

• At least forty-eight college credits from an accredited college /university OR successful completion of the MSDE ParaPro Assessment.

• One year of experience working with children.

• Knowledge of early literacy best practices preferred.

• Knowledge of tiered literacy interventions preferred.

• Certain positions may require that candidates demonstrate the ability to operate office, audio/visual, or other related equipment.

• Understanding of what motivates student learning.

• A commitment to educational equity.

• A belief that all children can learn.

• Knowledge and competency in business English, spelling punctuation, grammar and arithmetic.

• Ability to exercise patience and composure in working with children including those who have special needs.

• Ability to handle all matters in a professional and confidential manner.

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to make decisions in accordance with BCPS policies, procedures and general practice.

• Ability to work effectively with staff and children.

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to maintain clerical and student records.

• Ability to perform routine and non-routine instructional tasks.

Preferred:

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application

• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications.?It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.

• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications

• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number

• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application

• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits?-- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link:?http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies?JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), ?JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), ?JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ?ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ?ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ?ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and?ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups.?Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.

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This position is affiliated with the Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel (PSRP) bargaining unit.?

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.