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Founding Early Childhood Para-Professional

Santa Fe South Public Schools
Moore, OK Full Time
POSTED ON 2/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/1/2025

Founding Early Childhood Para-Professional


Job Description and Summary of Responsibilities

At Santa Fe South’s newest elementary school, Para-Professionals play a crucial role in ensuring the academic success and growth of our students. As part of our founding team, Para-Professionals will work closely with Lead Teachers to provide individualized support that enhances student mastery and fosters a nurturing classroom environment.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Support Instructional Excellence:
  • Work alongside Lead Teachers to provide high-quality, differentiated instruction in reading, mathematics, and other core subjects.
  • Assist in the implementation of lesson plans and activities that promote skill development and academic growth for each student.
  • Provide small-group or one-on-one support to students, focusing on areas where they need the most assistance, especially in foundational skills like reading and math.
  • Classroom Management and Culture:
  • Help maintain a positive, safe, and joyful classroom environment that encourages student engagement, respect, and responsibility.
  • Reinforce classroom routines, behavior expectations, and procedures to ensure a structured and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Support the development of a growth mindset by assisting students in viewing mistakes as opportunities for learning.
  • Individualized Support and Student Mastery:
  • Assist in providing targeted interventions and personalized attention to students, especially those who need additional support to meet academic goals.
  • Track and monitor student progress through formative assessments and daily interactions, providing feedback to Lead Teachers on individual student needs.
  • Work with students who may require additional practice to master specific skills, ensuring that no student is left behind.
  • Collaboration with Lead Teachers:
  • Collaborate closely with Lead Teachers to develop and refine instructional strategies and share insights about student progress.
  • Participate in regular team meetings to discuss student performance, strategies for improvement, and classroom goals.
  • Support the overall classroom culture by engaging in open communication with students, Lead Teachers, and families.
  • Professional Development:
  • Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge of educational practices, student needs, and strategies for effective instruction.
  • Seek feedback and engage in reflective practices to continuously improve skills and support student success.

Key Qualifications:

  • A strong belief in the potential of every student
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for supporting students in their academic and social development.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and follow the guidance of Lead Teachers.
  • A positive, patient, and flexible attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
  • Previous experience in education or a related field preferred but not required.
  • Ability to speak Spanish is highly preferred but not required.
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Meets 1 of the following requirements:
    • Completion of at least 48 college credit hours.
    • Possession of an associate's degree (or higher).
    • Successful completion of the Oklahoma General Education Test (OGET).
    • Passing score on the Praxis ParaPro Assessment (455 or higher).
    • Achievement of a Bronze level or higher on the WorkKeys Assessment.
  • Physical Abilities:
    • Lift up to 25 pounds, unassisted

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