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LAKE HAVASU UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Parapro, Middle School - Temporary Position

LAKE HAVASU UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, Lake Havasu City, Arizona, us, 86405

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Position Title Paraprofessional (Temporary Position)

Location School Site

Reports To Principal

Classification Support

Status Full-time

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Benefit Eligible Yes

Work Year Temporary Assignment

Salary See lhusd.org website

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent

Requirements to meet NCLB (No Child Left Behind) which include High School Diploma or equivalent AND either two year degree OR Sixty Credit hours OR Pass a State required test

Certificates and Licensure Requirements IVP fingerprint clearance card through AZ Department of Public Safety

Summary The Paraprofessional shall operate under the direction of the Building Principal or designee, within the guidelines established by the local school administration. The Paraprofessional assistant shall be expected to participate in small group and/or individual instruction and shall assist as needed with clerical functions, the operation of equipment, preparation of teaching media, and the distribution of supplies when necessary. The Educational Assistant shall supervise playground and lunch areas as directed by the Building Principal or designee.

Qualifications

Ability to relate well with children

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, both to adults and children

Efficient typing skills

Computer literacy

Ability to operate routine office equipment

Ability to work effectively without direct supervision

Good health, physical stamina, fitness, and vitality

Personal qualities associated with good human and interpersonal relations

Responsibilities and Requirements

Assist with daily operation of front office, including clerical duties

Correct and prepare student papers

Assist in supervision of individual students

Assist in hygienic needs of students as necessary

Operate audio-visual equipment

Supervise playground activities

Assist in preparation of instructional materials

Work with individual children for tutoring, repeating lessons, finding reference materials and drill work

Teach small groups to reinforce learning skills

Read and/or tell stories to a group of children

May assist the teacher in any other non-instructional activities

Order teaching supplies

Patrol assigned areas

Perform function of Crossing Guard

Cross students at dsignated crossing before and after school

Wear and display all district-approved attire and equipment

Other

Learn and correctly apply district policies and procedures

Assure that district discipline and safety guidelines are followed

Perform other duties when assigned by the Building Principal or designee

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Effort

Repetitive motion and eye strain through extensive utilization of computer hardware and software

May require lifting materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds

Other Information

Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance and background check

Position contingent upon continued grant funding

EEOC Lake Havasu Unified School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. Administrators and supervisors reserve the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Temporary

Job Function Education and Training

Industries Education Administration Programs

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