Paraprofessional (Charter Schools)

REPORTS TO: Principal, Administrator and/or Special Education AdministratorPURPOSE:To enhance student achievement by assisting the classroom or special education teacher with student instruction, and/or supporting the efficient operation of the building. RESPONSIBILITIES, DEPENDING ON JOB ASSIGNMENT, MAY INCLUDE:Assisting teachers/ supervisors by performing recordkeeping, data collection, and filing and by implementing modifications and accommodations as required by IEPs, 504s and behavior plans. Working with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher. Supporting students in nonacademic areas. Maintaining a high level of ethical and professional behavior and confidentiality with regard to student matters and all other confidential school business. Providing a safe environment for students. Covering for teachers when he/she is in a meeting. Following district policies and procedures in assisting and motivating students in academic, social, and community environments. Assisting the Media Specialist in maintaining the efficient operation of the library-media center. Performing general / building specific clerical tasks. Greeting visitors in a friendly and helpful manner. Performing any other task relevant to the job that may be assigned by the teacher or Supervisor. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND EVALUATION:Wages, length or work day/week/year, terms of employment and evaluations will be in accordance with the provisions of the negotiated contract.