School Paraprofessional/Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

The School Paraprofessional/Assistant provides assistance to teachers, and other school personnel, in the delivery of quality education and support services for students, in an array of classroom settings. Duties will vary according to the needs of the student(s) from physical assistance and care, to behavior management and academic assistance. The School Paraprofessional/Assistant works under the supervision of the teacher and/or school principal.

We offer the following benefits:

• Medical insurance


• Dental insurance


• Vision insurance


• Referral program


• Tuition reimbursement


• 401k Plan


• Flexible Schedules


• Life insurance


• Disability insurance


• Identity theft insurance


• Compensation $22/per hour

ABOUT US

For more than 40 years, ATC Healthcare has provided leading nurses and healthcare professionals to hospitals and facilities nationwide.  Healthcare systems around the U.S., including municipal health systems, multi-unit senior care companies, governments, school systems, VMS and MSP vendors trust us to deliver more than 100,000 nurses and other healthcare professionals on-demand.  If you have a track record of success in healthcare, we want you to join us!

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or equivalent.

LICENSURE

None required.

NOTES

Key Responsibilities

1. Instructional Support:


2. Assisting teachers with lesson preparation, implementing lesson plans, and providing instruction to students individually or in small groups.


3. Student Monitoring:


4. Observing and monitoring student behavior and academic progress, and reporting findings to the teacher.


5. Material Preparation:


6. Preparing instructional materials, such as bulletin boards, worksheets, and other learning resources.


7. Classroom Management:


8. Assisting with classroom organization, managing student behavior, and ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment.


9. Administrative Tasks:


10. Completing tasks like grading homework, filing paperwork, and performing other clerical duties as assigned by the teacher.


11. Start Time: 8:15am-3:15pm

CREDENTIALS:

Must have active para permit and fingerprint results from this school year (both BCI and FBI). 

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Various school facility settings; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complies with ATC policies/procedures.


• Complies with school facility policies/procedures.


• Works under the supervision of the teacher by assisting with instructional and non-instructional duties as directed.


• Before instructional start time receives student(s) from transportation.


• Following instructional time assists/escorts student(s) to afterschool activity/ transportation.


• Accompanies the student(s) to and from their classes and lunch room, when necessary.


• Eats lunch with the student(s) when directed to do so.


• Assists student(s) with disabilities on an individual or group basis in the general education and/or special education classrooms.


• Assists in planning and adapting activities and classroom work.


• May accompany the student to and from their classes and lunchroom.


• Listens to student(s) read.


• Assists students, on an individual basis, who have difficulty in understanding directions.


• Encourages student(s) to complete their work.


• Aids in improving students’ attitude toward school.


• Interacts with all students in a positive manner.


• Reinforces the directions and instruction given the student(s) by the classroom teacher.


• Assists the teacher in the preparation of instructional materials.


• Corrects work completed by the student(s) under the guidance of the teacher.


• Accompanies the teacher and class on field trips.


• Assists with classroom parties and special functions.


• Assists with the operation of audio-visual equipment.


• Assists with classroom clerical work.


• Assists the teacher in setting up work areas or centers.


• Maintain confidentiality concerning student records.


• Provides physical assistance to students with physical challenges.


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Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE

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