What are the responsibilities and job description for the Title I Paraprofessional position at Montague Area Public Schools?
GENERAL JOB FUNCTION: The Title I Paraprofessional works with eligible students within the classroom, in small groups and within one on one tutorials. They are directly involved in the learning process by providing support to students through guided practice of essential skills. They may also push into classrooms to allow the classroom teacher to provide interventions to Title I identified students. They must maintain a professional and friendly demeanor in working with children and staff.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a high school diploma or its equivalent
And meets of ONE of the following:
- - Has an Associate’s Degree
- - Has at least 60 CREDIT HOURS
- - Has passed a Parapro Assessment test.
- - Willing to take a Parapro Assessment test –
Michigan Teaching Certificate preferred
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous experience providing academic support to struggling students using researched based programs and strategies preferred
- Previous successful experience working with children at the appropriate grade level preferred
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Must be regular in attendance and punctual in reporting to assignment
Demonstrate the ability to:
- Have well developed interpersonal skills
- Maintain confidentiality
- Have strong organizational skills, ability to multi task and meet deadlines
- Motivate others and influence their behaviors
- Collect and analyze appropriate data sources to inform decisions
- Build a professional environment that is one of mutual respect, teamwork, and accountability
- Work with at-risk students
- Work effectively as part of a team
Provide academic support to identified Title I students
Provide progress monitoring of identified Title I students
Participate in parent involvement activities for families in the Title I program
Become familiar with Title I legislation
Maintain accurate records of Title I services
Complete all required state documentation including time and effort reports, annual certifications and/or personnel action reports
Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as may be assigned
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $14.20 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14
