Job Title: Special Education Paraprofessional, Extended School Year - Elementary Open Until Filled Reports to: Summer Academy Site Administrator, Assistant Director of Special Education Position Site: Inver Grove Heights - Hilltop Elementary or Pine Bend Elementary Position Summary: ESY Paraprofessionals are responsible for supporting classrooms with creating safe and engaging learning experiences for ISD 199 students in kindergarten through 5th grade who meet eligibility criteria for ESY. Compensation: Hourly Wage: $21.57 to $21.81 depending on the program. |
Required Position Dates: June 23-26 Monday -Thursday June 30-July 2 Monday - Wednesday (No school Thursday, July 3) July 7-11 Monday -Thursday July 14-17 Monday-Thursday Hours: 7:20 - 12:05 pm (Students Hours are 7:40 am - 11:50 am with school doors opening at 7:30 am) Required Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED and one of the following: An AA, AS, AAS (or higher) degree, or Two years of post-secondary coursework (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) from an accredited institution of higher education which are applicable toward a Bachelor’s Degree
Basic skills in reading, writing and math Establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with students, peers, and parents. Collaborate with others to improve professional practice and student achievement. Contribute to the success of ESY summer programming. Care for district resources, equipment, and materials assigned to him/her and report concerns regarding facility and equipment to the designated supervisor. Be knowledgeable of and adhere to all procedures and practices prescribed in the Teacher, Student, and/or Parent Handbooks. Understand and practice School Board policies and adhere to federal and state laws that apply to his/her job assignment. Proficient in oral and written communication skills Proficient in organizational skills Capable of working cooperatively and congenially to develop good relationships with other employees, supervisors and students Understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality related to student data Ability to be punctual in reporting to work and for assigned duties
Responsibilities:
The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties: Assist teachers with students in duties that include, but not limited to the following types of tasks: Guide student learning and support lessons designed by the classroom teacher. Assist students in small group and individual settings. Provide positive, constructive feedback to students. Assist the teacher with general supervision responsibilities including lunch, recess and bus duty. Maintain the same, high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students that is expected of fully licensed teachers.
Be mindful of district priorities for program improvement including: affective development, developmentally appropriate curriculum, diversity of instructional approaches, multiple assessment and evaluation techniques, interdisciplinary curriculum, and emphasis on student thinking skills. Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor or district administrator.
Inver Grove Heights Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment. |
