University Prep Schools Paraprofessional (26/27 SY)

Summary:U Prep Paraprofessionals are responsible for assisting the classroom teacher in the educational and social development of all of the students.Duties and Responsibilities:The primary duties and areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, the following:Works under the guidance of a certified teacherProvide instructional support to individuals or small groups of students identified by a certified teacherProvide intervention tailored to individual student needs, under the guidance of a certified teacherSupervises students during non-academic times (i.e. lunch, choice time, recess, teacher planning periods, arrival and dismissal, etc.)Helps maintain an orderly, attractive classroom environmentParticipates in all staff meetings and professional developmentMaintains flexible daily routines that accommodate changing responsibilities and schedulesSupports teaching staff in any way that promotes the goals of U Prep SchoolsAll other duties as assigned Education and Certification RequirementsCompletion of two years of study or more at an institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours)Obtained an associate's degree or higherETS ParaPro Assessment with a passing score or 460Michigan Test for Teacher Certification - Basic Skills (MTTC)WorkKeys through June 1, 2017. After June 1, 2017, MDE requires the use of the other credit or assessment options. Anyone that has passed the Reading for Information, Applied Mathematics, and Writing portions of the WorkKeys prior to June 1, 2017 will still meet the state requirements.Must provide an official transcriptProficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Mac or PC platform (as applicable to location) SkillsProficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Mac or PC platform (as applicable to location)Strong communication skills, verbal and writtenStrong time management skills with attention to detailMust possess a disciplined work style with the ability to show comparable urgency with proactive work as with deadline-driven workWilling and able to adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities while demonstrating flexibility and resilienceProven ability to thrive in a self-directed, fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities