Paraprofessional - PreK

30 hours/week

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Instruct individual student under the indirect supervision of a teacher.
• Support student inclusion in the classroom according to positive behavioral support plans.
• Prepare instructional materials.
• Review and reinforce learning previously introduced by classroom teacher or designee.
• Supervise student during lunch and recess.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Maine Department of Education Educational Technician I, II or III Authorization.
• Strong behavioral management skills with ability to consistently support student behavior plans.
• Demonstrated record keeping skills.
• Proven ability to function as a team member.
• Must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Activity Per Shift

• Standing/Walking: 6-8 hours
• Sitting: 3-5 hours
• Lifting/Carrying: 3-5 hours, up to 50 pounds
• Pushing/Pulling/Sliding: 1-2 hours
• Climbing Up & Down Stairs: 1-2 hours
• Reaching Overhead: 1-2 hours
• Bending/Twisting: 3-5 hours
• Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: 1-2 hours
• Hands/Arms/Finger Dexterity/Hand Gripping: 6-8 hours