Preschool Paraeducator 7 hrs/day

QUALIFICATIONS :

Must have one of the following

48 Semester Hours

AA

BA

Para Certification

Child Development Associate Credential

Certification in CPR and First Aid for infant, child, and adult, or willingness to obtain certification

Previous experience working with children preferred but not required

Initiative to be a self-starter

Ability to work well with classroom teachers, support staff, administrators, AEA, and parents of students as part of an educational team

Ability to be flexible in assignments

Ability to use good judgment when unexpected problems arise

Ability to use office equipment

May require physical activity including standing, walking, bending, lifting (up to 40 lbs), sitting on the floor, and swift movements.

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal, Preschool Teacher

SUPERVISES:

N/A

JOB GOAL(S):

To assist in meeting the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs of students in an individual, small group, and classroom settings under the supervision of the building administrator and classroom teacher. To work with the preschool team in order to enhance student learning, promote the overall efficiency of the school system, and maximize the educational opportunities available to each child.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Any or all of the following duties may apply to a specific paraeducator position, depending on the needs of the students and the operation of the educational setting.

Assist in providing a safe and nurturing educational environment for preschool aged students with instruction, classroom management, behavior support, and daily routines to promote the development of learners.

Assist in providing a positive, healthy environment of appropriate early childhood experiences for each child.

Use positive behavior strategies under the direction of the teacher and/or specialist.

Assist classroom teachers in preparing materials for instruction.

Respects confidentiality of student records.

Supervise students during recess, bus times, and lunch times by monitoring behavior and safety of activities

Assist with basic student health concerns and general medicine distribution.

Conform to expectations within the negotiated agreement for Paraeducators

Other duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

175 contract days

Salary and calendar year to be evaluated in accordance with Board Policy of the Iowa City Community School District.

EVALUATION :

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the District’s policy on Evaluation, State Statute, and any applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.