Position: Multipurpose Paraprofessional

 

Campus: Dunbar Middle School

 

Wage/Hour: Non-Exempt

 

Immediate Supervisor: Principal

 

Pay Grade: Per Compensation Manual

 

Days Employed: Per Compensation Manual

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Substitute for classroom teachers or instructional paraprofessionals
• Assist in the campus office as needed

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Must have completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education; (have completed at least 30 college hours) or
• Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree
• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate or be willing to obtain upon hire and complete fingerprinting requirements 

 Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well with students and staff

 

Experience:

• Some experience working with children 

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

 

Instructional Support:

• Substitute for a classroom teacher or instructional paraprofessional 
• Assist with work assignments
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom 
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment 
• Assist teachers with administrative records and prepare required reports 

 Student Management:

• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher, work with individual students or small groups
• Supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom (lunchroom, bus, and playground)
• Keep the teacher informed of the special needs or problems of individual students
• Assist in the campus office 
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events 
• Other duties as assigned  

 

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Copier, computer, audiovisual equipment

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting