Paraprofessional/Teacher's Aide

*ParaProfessional/ Teacher's Aide:* EssentialFunctions: ï‚· Checks with the teacher for instructions and seeks advice when expectations are unclear ï‚· Works with small groups and/or individual students ï‚· Upholds school policies and procedures ï‚· Helps students with remedial and/or enrichment activities by reinforcing instruction materials introduced by the teacher ï‚· Offers help when students ask or their behavior suggests they need assistance ï‚· Supports an inclusive educational environment ï‚· Helps students use assisted and/or augmentative devices ï‚· Positions students to take full advantage of each learning environment (e.
g.
, line-of sight, proximity to equipment, height of work surfaces, etc.
) ï‚· Complies with personal hygiene rules and standard sanitation procedures ï‚· Actively participates in programmed recreational activities as directed ï‚· Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information ï‚· Takes precautions to ensure staff/student safety ï‚· Does not leave students unsupervised ï‚· Watches for student behavior that may indicate a problem (e.
g.
, profanity, teasing, bullying, distress, etc.
) and intervenes and/or reports concerns immediately ï‚· Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code ï‚· Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed ï‚· Performs clerical work related to classroom activities ï‚· Wears appropriate work attire and maintains a neat appearance Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: ï‚· Experience working with children - preferred ï‚· Effectively uses verbal, nonverbal, writing and listening skills ï‚· Self-directed and able to learn required skills for the position ï‚· Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive learning environment ï‚· Performs prescribed activities efficiently with limited supervision ï‚· Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions ï‚· Exercises self-control and perseverance when dealing with students ï‚· Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual ï‚· Congenial disposition and strong diplomacy skills Qualifications: ï‚· High School diploma ï‚· Valid Ohio Department of Educational Aide Permit - not needed to apply ï‚· Documentation of a clean criminal record Terms of Employment: ï‚· One hundred eighty five (185) day annual contract or per school calendar Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.
00 - $18.
00 per hour Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Grade levels: * Elementary school Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Education: * High school or equivalent (Required) Work Location: In person