Instructional Paraprofessional (Kindergarten)

Location:

Pioneer Elementary School

Recruiting Start Date:

05/01/2025

Estimated Start Date:

08/12/2025

Supports the principal and classroom teachers in implementing a school program and encouraging a positive learning environment. May assist licensed teacher in academic assignments and classroom management and/or materials preparation.

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards

• Assists in preparation, production, and maintenance of materials and equipment as assigned

• Assists individual students in performing activities instructed by a teacher

• Assists teachers in locating materials for classroom, and assembles materials for teachers’ use as directed

• Assists the student(s) in recitation, reading, and other curriculum tasks

• Assists with/completes daily paper work (i.e., attendance reports, student referral slips, various student passes, weekly folders, permission slips, and parent notes)

• Attends meetings and conferences as required

• Carries out instructional programs and lessons in various learning environments as designated in the lesson plan

• Collects data for assessment and monitoring purposes

• Conducts story time for students

• Coordinates completion of assignments with regular classroom teachers

• Develops and implements games and teaching aids

• Keeps up-to-date in current curricular standards and instructional practices

• Maintains records necessary for effective operation of program, including annual inventory of all materials and equipment

• Maintains student files, updating information as appropriate

• Maintains, orders, and organizes inventory of materials in an effective manner

• Monitors behavior contracts and reward systems for students

• Processes book orders, inputs into computer, and maintains inventory of books, materials, and supplies

• Proctors test-taking when requested by teachers

• Provides reference assistance to students and staff

• Purchases supplies and materials

• Supervises students in the use of the various programs on the computer

• Supervises, resolves disciplinary student issues in classroom or escorts to administrators

• Tutors students in various subject areas

• Under supervision of a teacher, works with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher

• Works with students in one-to-one/group situations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systems

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

• Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems

• Ability to establish and maintain accurate record keeping, document management, and filing systems 

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner

• Ability to maintain confidentiality 

• Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities 

• Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities 

• Ability to work independently without direct supervision

• Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility

• Communicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings

• Computer proficiency including office productivity applications

• Considerable knowledge of policies, procedures, and overall district functions

• Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities

• Demonstrated ability to wor