What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-K Special Education Paraprofessional position at Siloam Springs School District?
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma
- At least one (1) of the following: 1. Two (2) years of college credit; 2. An associate’s degree (or higher); 3. Provide evidence of passing the Arkansas State Board of Education adopted Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment 4. Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)
REPORTS TO:
- Principal and/or PreK Director
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- 185 days with benefits provided according to Siloam Springs School Board policies.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Monitor classroom, playground and other areas for safety and security.
- Assist classroom teachers with organizing, cleaning and preparing materials.
- Assisting students in achieving social- emotional and academic success
- Helping students by providing academic and behavioral support
- Personal care responsibilities, such as toileting
- Help students develop problem solving skills using Conscious Discipline techniques
- Monitor student progress and maintain documentation
- Engage in positive interactions with students and serve as a positive role model for developing social skills.
- Follow guidelines of Arkansas Better Chance, Department of Human Services and Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scale.
- Maintain positive communication with students and families.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
- Attend meetings and perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
- Remain current on instructional practices in education.
- Attend required trainings
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $15.15 - $20.41 per hour
Expected hours: 36.25 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20
