Paraprofessional

 JOB DESCRIPTION:

To assist teachers in providing for the individual needs of the students in order for each student to achieve his/her maximum academic and social potential.

Qualifications:

·                      have at least 60 hours of college credit, pass the ParaPro tests or have earned a

             higher education diploma,

·                      be at least 21 years of age,

·                      good physical and emotional health,

·                      possess good character and leadership qualities, and

·                      display an interest and ability in working with students with disabilities.

Reports to:      Administrator, Special Education Coordinator (if applicable), and the

                          teacher of students with disabilities

Performance Responsibilities:

·                      comply with designated work hour schedules,

·                       comply with assignments and extracurricular duties outlined by the

              teacher/administrator,

·                      comply with all school board policies and State laws relative to special education

             classroom operations,

·                      assist the teacher in implementing daily and long-range lesson plans,

·                      utilize planning time effectively,

·                      assist the teacher in the preparation of classroom materials,

·                      assist the teacher in providing for the individual needs, abilities and interests of

             the students,

·                      assume classroom duties as outlined by the classroom teacher,

·                    exhibit the necessary physical, mental and emotional ability to execute duties as

            outlined by the teacher and administrator,

·                      perform other duties as assigned by the administrator and/or teacher.

 Terms of Employment:  Ten-months a year with salary to be established by the Franklin  County School Board

Evaluation:      Performance on this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the

                          School Board’s policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of

                          classified personnel.