Paraprofessional/Teacher Assistant

Position Type:Paraprofessional/Non-InstructionalDate Posted:3/26/2026Location:Dixie High SchoolDate Available:07/01/2026Closing Date:04/03/2026Position Purpose- Under the direct supervision of the Principal and a certified staff member, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives.Essential Job Functions- Assists and guides students to reinforce career and technical, as well as other skills.- Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.- Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests, and assessments.- Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.- Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.- Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.- Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.- Constructs, copies, distributes and uses educational materials as needed.- Assists the teacher with parental contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education.- Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.Additional Duties:- Perform any other related duties as assigned by the principal and teachers.Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.Equipment- Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.Travel Requirements- Travel between schools and central offices may be required for certain positions.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.- Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).- Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.- Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.- Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.- Ability to report work orally or in writing to the supervisor as required.- Effective writing and verbal communication skills.Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards- Works in standard office and school building environments.- Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.Qualifications Profile- Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:- High School diploma or equivalent.- Successful completion of college level coursework or passing of the Paraprofessional examination.