Paraprofessional (Tutor) - Scottsdale, United States - Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

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Definition:


IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED FOR THIS POSITION, YOU DO NOT NEED TO RE-SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

This is a 10 month position.

Under general supervision from the Principal, the Paraprofessional performs duties to support and assist the assigned Classroom Teacher or instructional program.

Specific work instructions will be provided by the Teacher or assigned by the Principal.


Primary Job Functions:
may include the following tasks, knowledge's, abilities, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions within this classification


Examples of Tasks:


Instructional & Classroom

  • Provides direct instructional support to individuals and/or groups of students. May involve individual tutoring, small group instruction in reading and math, may require supervision in the special area classes (if assigned to ESS).
  • Implements academic instruction for individuals or small groups (e.g. math, reading, spelling, etc.)
  • Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials for the purpose of providing an opportunity for all students to participate in classroom activities or meeting the IEP requirements.
  • Provides personal care, medical care, and/or feeding of students as stated in IEP.
  • Supervises the classroom in the absence of the Teacher.
  • Serves as Substitute Teacher when needed.

Behavior

  • Models appropriate prosocial skills, participation, adult behaviors and problemsolving skills.
  • Reinforces academic behaviors taught by certificated staff and provides the student with opportunities to practice.
  • Performs duties in a manner that inspires and motivates students to excel, and is respectful of students, parents, coworkers and Administrators.
  • Enforces Education Board policies by correcting student behavior and testifying at hearings
  • Monitors and assists students in the classroom/lab, library, school settings, playground activities, community outings, etc. for the purpose of ensuring the safety of assigned students.

Communication

  • Confers with teachers for the purpose of providing information related to the student's progress
  • Confers with teachers, parents, counselors and/or participates in team meetings for the purpose of assisting in the student intervention process if assigned to work with ESS students.
  • Confers with teachers, parents, counselors and/or participates in team meetings for the purpose of assisting in evaluating student progress regarding IEP goals/objectives.
  • Provides verbal and/or written feedback of observations for the purpose of assisting certificated personnel in evaluating students.

Records

  • Collects data regarding student(s) reaching goals/objectives.
  • Maintains instructional materials and/or student files/records (e.g. adapting instructional materials, checking papers, attendance, set up adapted projects, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and/or providing reliable information.

Professional Development

  • Maintains professional Community Schools School Paraprofessional competencies by attending mandatory inservice training and workshops and selfselected professional growth activities as related to the job.

General Duties

  • Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured student, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or referring to appropriate party for resolution.
  • Act as a cooperative team member in working with staff, community and families of students.
  • Follows the school's process for documenting student inappropriate behavior, immediately.
  • Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. inschool after school detention, restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safety and welfare of students.
  • Follows the school's process for documenting student inappropriate behavior, immediately.
  • Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
  • Carries out duties and responsibilities in accordance with the SRPMIC Education Board Policies and Procedures.
  • May transport students to school and job sites as needed using tribal vehicles.


Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.


Knowledge of:


  • The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community and Culture

Skilled in:


  • Understanding competencies including: basic needs, learning styles, and behavior of students with emotional disabilities; instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; and basic child development theory and principles.
  • Performing multiple, nontechnical tasks in changing job conditions
  • Preparing and maintain accurate rec

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