Category: Paraprofessional
Job Function: Certified Support Staff
Department: Crabapple Crossing Elementary
Summary:
Provides assistance with classroom organization, management, and presentation/development of classroom instruction; Works under general supervision of the instructional staff
Essential Duties: Works closely with the Pre-Kindergarten teacher and students
Follows the operating guidelines required by the Georgia Pre-Kindergarten program
Assists the teacher in the preparation of educational materials for students
Works individually with students and/or in small groups to help reinforce learning objectives
Assists with all aspects of the daily routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, and all other instructional Quality guidelines as assigned
Participates in lunchroom, recess, hall-monitoring, and bus duties
Assists with preparing and maintaining learning centers for instruction
Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator
Required Education: High School Diploma or GED required
Must pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment or must have Technical Certificate of Credit in Early Childhood Education in lieu of passing GACE Assessment an Associate's Degree or higher at a GaPSC accepted accredited institution is acceptable
Certification/Licensure
Must meet Bright From the Start requirements as indicated under "Education" above
Experience Qualifications
0 - 1 year of experience required
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Ability to understand and follow directions
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Good organizational skills
Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred
Working Conditions: Classroom environment
Physical Demands
Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance
Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds
Typically sitting, standing, walking
May require stooping or crouching
It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone 470-254-4585.TTY 1-800-255-0135.
Pre-K Paraprofessional
Nearest Major Market: Atlanta
