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Jubilee Academies

Paraprofessional - Pre k

Jubilee Academies, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208

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Position Title:

Paraprofessional – Pre K Position Type:

Salaried $22,530.96 / Non-Exempt; this position is funded by grant funds (State comp Ed), which is solely based on the need of the campus. Position Hours:

Full-time; Monday – Friday Length of Term/Employment:

190 workdays / At-will Reports to:

Teacher(s) assigned and Campus principal Position Mission:

The role of the Paraprofessional is to provide additional support to students with pre-diagnosed moderate to severe disabilities or at-risk students. The goal of the Paraprofessional is to assist in providing an organized, smooth functioning environment in which all students can take full advantage of the instructional programs and available resources materials. Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED. Completed 48+ semester hours at an Institute of Higher Education or Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate. Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to work well with children. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively. Knowledge of general office equipment, safety equipment, and food service equipment. Experience

3-5 years of previous experience working with children in a classroom setting. Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate. Job Duties

Instructional Support:

Assist teacher with instructing and supervising students in classroom activities, focusing on at-risk students; assist teacher in devising and implementing special strategies for reinforcing skills based on the special needs and abilities of each student; assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments; help maintain neat and orderly classroom; help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment; help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports; provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers. Student Management:

Assist teacher with developing appropriate individualized activities for students identified as at-risk; provide one-on-one or small group supervision to at-risk students as necessary; conduct instructional exercises; work with individual students or small groups; supervise students inside and outside classroom, including lunchroom, playground duty, and street crossing duties; keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students. Other:

Completes other duties as assigned by the teacher to promote the Title 1 instructional program; adheres to staff dress code; maintains good working relationship with Jubilee Academies’ staff and parents; actively supports fundraising activities; participates in staff development and meetings. Charter & Community Responsibilities:

Convey the charter’s mission to the public and encourage support; illustrate understanding of Charter and community needs; demonstrate use of productive skills to raise community involvement; participate in student recruitment efforts. Charter Atmosphere:

Encourage a constructive climate for learning; promote fairness of students and staff from all cultural backgrounds; communicate effectively to sustain Jubilee culture. Working Conditions:

Mental/physical demands: maintain emotional control under stress; moderate and prolonged standing; stooping, bending, lifting; move classroom equipment and supplies. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

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