Paraprofessional (General)

Job description

**NOLA Public Schools Vision** The vision of the NOLA Public Schools is that every student receives a high-quality education that fosters their individual capabilities, while ensuring that they thrive, achieve physical and mental wellness, and are prepared for civic, social, and economic success. **Position Summary** The Paraprofessional is a school-based position that focuses on the development and academic success of students. This position assists in the implementation of instructional programs and works alongside a teacher to provide support and assistance in the classroom. ### Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Assists the teacher in implementing lesson plans and instructional materials; - Works with small groups or individual students to reinforce learning concepts introduced by the teacher; - Provides additional support to students with diverse learning needs; - Monitors and manages student behavior in classrooms, hallways, and other school settings; - Assists with student transitions between activities and locations; - Ensures a safe and inclusive environment for all students; - Assists teacher in administering, scoring, and recording achievement and diagnostic tests; - Implements program under direction of teachers; operates audio-visual equipment; uses variety of learning materials. Evaluates progress cooperatively with teacher; - Assists teacher with required clerical/record-keeping duties; - Assists in the setup and arranging of the classroom room, materials, and bulletin boards; - Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes; - Assists in preparation of instructional materials; - Participates in training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge; and - Performs other duties as required. ### Educational Background (you must meet at least one of the following requirements) - Hold an associate degree from an accredited institution **or** pass the ETS ParaPro Assessment to be considered a highly qualified paraprofessional - Complete a minimum of 48 semester credit hours (equivalent to two years of full-time study) ### Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required - Previous experience as a Paraprofessional preferred; - Educational experience preferred; - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; - Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents and staff.