Secondary Paraprofessional

Meadowbrook Academy is currently seeking to hire a Secondary Paraprofessional for the 25/26 school year. This individual should be an active and dedicated Christian who is a member of Meadowbrook Church (MBC) or willing to become one.   A person who will hold in confidence matters of information that may be sensitive to the well being of others. A person committed to excellence in their responsibilities. Below you will find the Qualifications and experience needed as well as a General Description of the position and list of expected (but not limited to) Job Products. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

·       Education - High school graduate or equivalent diploma.  Associate Degree or a minimum of 60 hours of college-level work from an accredited college or university or passed a state approved assessment test.

·       Experience - Three (3) years of verifiable experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience that is deemed equal or superior to the foregoing requirements.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

·       Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology, as required for the position.

POSITION SUMMARY:

·       An Instructional Paraprofessional may be assigned specifically to any elementary class, media center, grade level, subject area, a team of teachers or to an assistant workroom or any combination of these or other assignments as determined by the school administrator. Duties include giving small group and individualized instruction, assisting students and teachers using and scheduling use of library materials, assisting in miscellaneous non-instructional duties.  Work is performed under the general supervision of the principal and/or the direction of a member of the instructional staff.

REPORTS TO:

·       Principal

JOB GOAL:

·       To provide an educational atmosphere in which students will move toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth and maturation in accordance with Meadowbrook Academy’s philosophy, goals and objectives.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:  

NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

·       Assist with clerical duties related to classroom instruction, including the preparation of planned instructional materials.

·       Assist in attendance reports, class reports, and projects.

·       Administer diagnostic and prescriptive testing activities, as assigned, and as stated in Florida Statues.

·       Participate in job related training.

·       Train as needed for assisting with medical procedures, as stated in Florida Statues.

·       Assist in the maintenance of supplies and equipment.

·       Assist in the safety and supervision of students.

·       Assist with monitoring students during lunch.

·       Assist students as assigned in personal hygiene, including lice checks and mobility skills.

·       Perform related duties as assigned.

·       Provide interventions for students, as directed.

·       Serve as a substitute teacher in the absence of the regular classroom teacher as needed.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

·       Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

·       Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with others orally and in writing.

·       Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

·       Light physical exertion on rare occasions as needed for moving objects or assisting students.

·       Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

·       Salary and benefits shall be paid 12 months out of the year.  

·       Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by Administration.

EVALUATION:

·       Performance of this job will be evaluated annually.

To formally apply for this position, please click on the "Apply for this Job" button.