ESOL Instructional Paraprofessional

Summary

Provides assistance with classroom organization, management, and presentation/development of classroom instruction. Works under general supervision of the instructional staff.

Essential Duties

• Assists the teacher in the preparation of educational materials for students.
• Works individually with students and/or in small groups to help reinforce learning objectives.
• Assists with all aspects of the daily routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, and grading quizzes as assigned.
• Participates in lunchroom, recess, hall-monitoring, and bus duties.
• Assists with preparing and maintaining bulletin boards and other learning centers areas for instruction.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Required Education High School Diploma or GED equivalent Must pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment with a minimum score of 250 within 1 year from Date of Hire in lieu of the GACE, two (2) years (60 semester hours) of college coursework above the remedial level with a grade of "C" or better at a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution is acceptable Certification/Licensure Must be able to obtain Georgia PSC Paraprofessional Certificate within 1 year from Date of Hire; Experience Qualifications

• 0 – 1 year experience required
• Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred
  
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with students and adults
  
• Excellent organizational skills and flexibility
  
• If working as a Paraprofessional in the Dual Immersion program, should exhibit proficiency in spoken and written language of instruction
  
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions quickly and accurately
  
• Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information
  

Working Conditions

• Classroom environment
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance
  
• Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds
  
• May require lifting, bending kneeling, reaching, stooping or crouching
  
• Requires ability to move and control an adult-sized wheelchair
  
• Typically sitting, standing, walking
  

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