Academic Paraprofessional

Academic Paraprofessional (HOTL) ? General Job Expectations

• Build and maintain positive relationships with students and faculty
• Positive and growth mindset to help all students be as successful as possible
• Supporting classroom instruction under the supervision of classroom teachers
• Maintaining a safe and optimal learning environment for all students
• Providing appropriate feedback to students, teachers, and administration

? Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation of school curriculum
• Create positive relationships that are safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction
• Assist classroom teachers with all required subjects which may include reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and music.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and share results with teachers
• Reinforce and teach principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the Perham Public Schools.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies
• Ability to work with other staff in a professional manner
• Lead adult during student recess which includes student supervision and help with discipline
• All other expected duties as assigned by the administration of the school

? Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods as well as understanding all children learn differently
• Ability to understand and help students with curriculum and concepts
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and coworkers
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

? Physical and Mental Demand/Work Hazards

• Works in general school building environments
• Recess supervision of students (which includes outside supervision)
• Ability to lift/move students appropriately in the event of a crisis

? Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of college level coursework (60 credits)
• Completion of the ParaPro Test if no college level coursework exists
• Completion of the PCA certification

Please direct any questions to Heart of the Lakes Elementary School Principal, Mike Kunza, at (218) 346-5437 or mkunza@perham.k12.mn.us

Applications will be accepted via AppliTrack until the position is filled. Visit our webpage at: http://perhamschools.org and select the EMPLOYMENT option found under the DISTRICT tab.