About the role
School or site: Wilkinson School
Location: Wilkinson School
Cost Center: Wilkinson School
Hours Per Day: 7.5
Shift: 1st
Contract Months: 10
Days Posted: 5
Posting Closing Time: 4:30 PM
Title I: Yes
Title I Definition: Title I Definition
Require Test: Yes
Testing Information: Testing Information
High School Diploma/Equivalent: Yes
Salary Lane: SSP07
Salary Schedules: Salary Schedules
SALARY SCHEDULE: SSP 7
COST CENTER: DISTRICT-WIDE
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrable ability to speak, write, and understand a foreign language used in a specific school setting.
- Must be able to communicate effectively.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- AA Degree or higher, or 60 semester college credits, or Passing Score on the ParaPro Assessment Test
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Basic knowledge and understanding of limited English proficient students. Knowledge of general computer use. Willing to learn the unique educational and/or personal needs of an individual LEP student in order to be able to assist him/her. Ability to listen and follow oral and written directions. Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
REPORTS TO:
Principal or Designee
JOB GOAL
To assist the teacher(s) in providing a well organized, smoothly functioning environment in which limited English students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resources.
SUPERVISES:
N/A
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Share in all teaching responsibilities except those reserved by the law to certified teachers.
- Assist in the supervision of students as assigned.
- Perform clerical duties as assigned.
- Assist in creating a safe learning environment.
- Implement classroom activities as directed.
- Assist staff members with behavioral management.
- Assist with the development of instructional materials.
- Assist with the preparation of accurate records and reports.
- Assist with assessing student progress.
- Communicate effectively with staff and parents.
- Work closely with the school personnel in establishing and maintaining the Parent Leadership Council at the school site.
- Translate and/or interpret home/school communication to parents/guardians on an as-needed basis.
- Use specialized equipment as required.
- Intervene, when appropriate, to situations concerning discipline of students.
- Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
- Provide for a safe and secure workplace.
- Model and maintain high ethical standards.
- Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
- Maintain positive relationships with staff and vendors.
- Participate in workshops and training sessions as required.
- Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
- Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
- Follow all School Board policies, rules and regulations.
- Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
- Demonstrate support for the School District and its goals and priorities.
- Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.
Job Description Supplement No. 03