Paraprofessional - Computer - Owyhee

POSITION: Computer Lab Para ProfessionalCATEGORY: ClassifiedDEPARTMENT: Para ProfessionalLOCATION: Owyhee Elementary SchoolREPORTS TO: PrincipalSUMMARY: To work under the direction of the principal or classroom teacher in achieving the educational goals and objectives of all students through individual, small group, or whole group instruction.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesPrepare and organize materials for small group and individual instructionMaintain high academic standards and expectationsProvide tutorial help to students following lessons prescribed by the teacher and reinforce material and skills using a variety of methods as directed by certified staffProvide immediate feedback on student performanceRespond to students’ questions and requests for assistanceObserve students’ work and study habits Observe and record students’ time on task when neededAssist students in locating prescribed instructional materials and starting their assignmentsAssist the classroom teacher in the delivery of an effective instructional program Help students master equipment Assist teacher in preparing for classroom activitiesIdentify pupil needs and provide instruction appropriate to those needsFollow modifications and accommodations as specified in Individual Education Plans (IEPs)Encourage students to strive to meet their highest potentialCommunicate classroom rules and encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behaviorAssist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities Alert the supervising teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student Keep the supervising teacher informed of activities and any issues that may ariseOperate and care for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposesDistribute and collect workbooks, papers, and other materials for instructionTake all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilitiesKeep accurate records and maintain individual records for each studentAttend faculty meetings as requiredAssume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as reading professional journals and other publicationsSeek assistance should emergencies ariseRepresent the school district in a positive mannerKnow and follow school district policy and chain of commandPerform other duties as assignedSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: NoneQUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education And/Or ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GED requiredMust meet Para Professional requirementsBachelors Degree or32 core academic credits from an accredited university (with a passing grade of “C” of better) orPass the Para Pro assessment with a score of 460 or higherPara Professional experience preferredKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesDemonstrate aptitude for working with adolescentsWorks well with students, staff, and the publicExcellent organizational skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAble to work under pressures and deadlinesMaintain confidentiality of staff and studentsCOMMUNICATION SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to read, analyze and interpret governmental regulations and legal documents. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees and/or the general public. Ability to communicate in English and Spanish is required.Problem Solving SkillsDemonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.PRODUCTIVITY/EFFICIENCY SKILLS: Consistently demonstrate ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary; organize job functions and work area to be able to effectively complete varied assignments within established time frame.Mathematical SkillsAbility to conduct basic math functions, as well as manipulate formulas in spreadsheets.Reasoning AbilityAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form. Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Other Skills And AbilitiesKnowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing (Microsoft Office), spreadsheets (Excel), database (Access), presentation software and accounting/financial software.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to sit; occasionally walk and stand and reach with hands and arms; occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision; very good depth perception; and the ability to communicate through speech.WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual’s disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside and occasionally meets deadlines with severe time constraints.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: up to 162 day calendar assignment.