What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-K Paraprofessional position at Russellville School District?
Apply online: https://www.applitrack.com/rsdk12/onlineapp/Job Title: ParaprosContract Days: 185, 7.5 hrs/dayThe Parapros are directly supervised and evaluated by the administrators at the building/department.Qualifications of Employment: High school diploma or GED requiredParapros must provide a transcript showing at least 60 college hours or pass the parapro exam (RSD can provide this parapro exam, but the candidate is responsible for the testing fees)Pass a background check (RSD will reimburse once passed)Need to be able to pick up at 45-50 lbsMust be able to work with students on the floor and get up by themselvesProfessional communication skillsAll: Bilingual in Spanish is strongly preferredProper grammar usage with EnglishAll: Basic computer skillsTyping, emailClerks: Excel, Microsoft Word, Google, Eschool knowledge preferredPreschool parapros only: Associates degree with at least 60 early childhood hours or obtain a Child Development Associate Credential (have 2 years to obtain this with RSD)Must obtain the CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications every 2 yearsParapros: ParaprosSpecial ed paraproALE paraproEssential Duties and Responsibilities: May involve personal care for students (bathroom help, feeding, etc)Follow and teach lesson plans from teachersSubstitute if neededAbility to be flexible on scheduling, can be placed where needed in the districtSupport students and teachers in the classrooms with academicsBuilding Duties: Hallway, Cafeteria, Recess, Bus/Car DutyShowing up to work on time and notifying supervisors immediately when unable to come to workRestraint & De-escalation trainingActive supervision of students: walk around, communicate with students, etc.May need to grade student workPreparing and maintaining materials/resources neededUphold confidentiality - FERPAMandated ReporterClerical duties such as filing, data entry, phone calls, copies, assisting with EschoolScreen visitors and follow any RSD safety proceduresMaintaining, distribution, and record keeping for any devices (laptops, ipads, etc)Demonstrate professional and polite language and appearanceParent communication regarding studentsParticipate in the RSD annual professional development with contract daysFollow all RSD policies and proceduresBe responsible for correctly documenting timesheets and any other documentationOther duties as assigned
