Paraprofessional (G5)

FLSA Status:                         Non-Exempt

Department/Location:        Division

Pay Grade:                           G05

Salary Range:                      $15.15 - $24.24 per hour

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.

Franklin County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer.