Kindergarten Paraprofessional

Position Type:
Student Support Services/Regular Education Para-Educator

Date Posted:
9/9/2024

Location:
Greenland Central School

Date Available:
Immediately

Closing Date:
12/28/2024Greenland Central School is seeking a Kindergarten Paraprofessional.

The right candidate will exhibit a growth mindset and understanding of early elementary students. It is preferred that they have an understanding of trauma informed instruction as well as the following:
Assist students with academic and behavioral needs within the classroom and/or outside the class

Preview instructional materials in order to effectively assist students and teachers

Support teacher by assisting with small groups or as a 1-1 for students

Function as part of an educational team in a supportive role

JOB SUMMARY:
-Assists classroom teachers and/or specialists, reinforcing materials and lessons covered in the classroom to facilitate student learning.

QUALIFICATIONS:
-High School Diploma, Associate Degree in Education, or related field preferred.
-Must pass a background check.

REPORTS TO:
-Principal

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Planning and Preparation
-Adapt classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the classroom teacher and/or specialist to meet student learning goals.

The Classroom Environment
-Monitor individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. rest rooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus zones, cafeteria, assemblies, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
-Monitor students' daily schedule and behavior management for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.

Instruction
-Implement instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts under the direction of the classroom teacher and/or specialist.
-Provide instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities under the direction of the classroom teacher and/or specialist.
-Implement behavioral plans for students with behavior interventions or other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts and meeting behavior goals.

Professional Responsibilities
-Communicate with teachers and other district personnel for the purpose of assisting in evaluating student progress.
-Attend meetings and in-service presentations as assigned for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job responsibilities.
-Engage in reflective practice.
-Document student progress with accurate and accessible systems for tracking student learning and other records; use these systems efficiently and effectively.
-Contribute to school community and culture by participating in events, programs, or activities that further the culture of learning in the school and bring the values of the school to life through modeling and positive action.
-Regularly seek out and identify high-quality opportunities to grow and learn, identifying problems of practice or areas of inquiry that inform individual and collaborative learning opportunities.
-Exhibit high standards of ethical practice and wise decision making on behalf of students, families, and colleagues.
-Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher, specialist, or Principal.

Adheres to:
-Ed. 510: Code of Conduct for New Hampshire Educators
-Guiding Principles: The Code of Ethics for New Hampshire Educators
-All district school board policies and procedures.
-All district handbooks.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
This position requires:
-Dependability
-Concern for others
-Self-control
-Adaptability/flexibility
-Integrity
-Initiative
-Cooperation
-Persistence
-Innovation
-Analytical thinking
-Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships
-Updating and using relevant knowledge
-Making decisions and solving problems
-Thinking creatively
-Communicating with supervisors, colleagues, families, community, and students
-Developing and building teams
-Resolving conflicts and negotiating with others
-Analyzing data or information
-Performing administrative activities such as paperwork

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS:
-Electronic mail software
-Multi-media educational software
-Google applications

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
-Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate computers, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment.,
-Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear.
-Occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
-Exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses.
-Occasional exposure to various weather conditions.
-Exposure to a range of heating, air conditioning and ventilation conditions.
-Function in a workplace that is usually moderately quiet but can be noisy at times.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
-Non-Exempt from overtime pay.
-Full-time = 30 hours or more per week
-On-site
-Benefits as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Application Procedure:
Apply online