QUALIFICATIONS:   High school diploma or equivalent.

                                 Meets the highly qualified definition in one of the following areas.

• A score of 450 on the ParaPro Assessment.

OR

• Proof of completion of 48 college credit hours including the 18 hour general education requirement which includes English Composition(3) English/Reading(6), and Mathematics (6).

OR

• Earned a two-year Associate’s Degree from a state approved institution.

Demonstrates competence using a computer.

Additional criteria as the Board may establish.

REPORTS TO:   Teacher and Principal

SUPERVISES:   None

TERMS OF

EMPLOYMENT:   9 months

PAY FACTOR: Non-Applicable

JOB GOAL:   To effectively and efficiently provide instructional assistance to students based on school goals.  

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:     

• Performs duties under the supervision and direction of the classroom teacher and the principal
• Monitors children’s progress to ensure that the teacher’s instructions are being followed and provides assistance as needed.
• Has a working knowledge of computer usage and other forms of technology.
• Duplicates and prepares instructional materials.
• Assists teacher in instructional and  non-instructional duties (i.e. meals, bus-loading routines, duty, transporting and supervising students.)
• Assists teacher with control of student behavior and discipline.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with students.
• Participates in appropriate staff development and inservice training.
• Demonstrates willingness to accept responsibility.
• Assists teacher in the day-to-day operations of the class.
• Promotes and implements Positive Behavior Support model.
• Performs any additional duties assigned by the Superintendent and/or evaluator.

PROFESSIONAL ETHICS:

• Maintains good attendance
• Reports to work on time.
• Displays professional ethics on and off duty.
• Adheres to all Iberville Parish School Board’s Policies
• Reports to job-related injuries within 48 hours of work accident to the immediate supervisor.
• Assumes responsibility for implementation of emergency procedures.
• Seeks and maintains a positive attitude of promoting school and community relations.
• Participates in and promotes harmonious working relationships with students, colleagues, parents and community members.
• Attends meetings as directed.
• Serves on task force and decision-making committees, when appropriate.