What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraprofessional - Transition Academy position at Houston County Schools?

Houston County Board of Education

Job Description

Classified Positions

Job Title ParaprofessionalJob Code _435

Department / Location SchoolFLSA Status _Non-Exempt

Reports to _PrincipalDate July 28, 2005

Summary and relationship to the curriculum : All classified positions will strengthen the delivery of instruction to support the District's mission.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Conducts whole group, small group or individual classroom activities in accordance with specific program requirements.
Helps with all aspects of the daily routine.
Assists with supervision of students.
Follows direction of the supervising teacher.
Assists with student assessment, grading work and tests, and collecting data on student progress.
Assists with routine record keeping.
Assists with the preparation of materials for instruction.
Assists with classroom housekeeping.
Assists students with daily activities and school functions.
Assists in ordering and inventorying classroom equipment and materials.
Assists with school-wide supervision.
Participates in Professional Learning.
Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and / or Experience : Education level must be within accordance with federal, state, and local guidelines.

Certificate or License Required : Certification as required by the Professional Standards Commission.

Language Skills : Must have ability to read and comprehend job specific technical information, simple instructions, short correspondence, memos and position specific manuals. Must have ability to write correspondence and reports. Must have ability to effectively articulate and present information in one-on-one and small group situations.

Mathematical Skills : Must have ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole number, common fractions, and decimals. Must have ability to conduct position related data analysis. Must have ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability : Must be able to facilitate the problem solving processes. Must have ability to synthesize workable options from given facts, and assist in the development of workable solutions.

Technical Ability : Must have considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office and other job specified technologies.

Customer Service Skills : Must be able to interact effectively with colleagues, administrators, teachers, staff members, students using tactful yet effective skills. Must collaborate well with others and display a cooperative attitude. Must be service oriented and actively seek ways to assist others.

Professional Requirements : Must serve as a role model to students. Appropriate dress and grooming consistent with established standards required.

Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, and lift. Occasionally, the employee must crouch or kneel. The employee must be able to exert or lift up to 50-75 pounds.

Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Frequent travel involves exposure to traffic and outdoor elements.

Travel to home sites, school sites, and other locations is required.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently working in outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Confidential Data Exposure : The nature of this position entails exposure to confidential data. Confidentiality must be held regarding financial and personal information.

Additional Requirement : Must be at work on time. Must meet attendance standards. Must conduct activities safely. Must be reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling job duties.

Revision Date : 10-11-05; 07-09-2024

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