PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required.  The job description is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Monitors students during in school suspension.  Provides assignments to students submitted by classroom teachers.
• Conducts attendance calls and sends daily attendance reports to main office.
• Grades notes and provides feedback to students.
• Sets up classroom and prepares support materials.  Assists with preparing physical environment that meet the needs of students.
• Maintains student files.  Creates student progress reports and monitors student progress.
• Implements academic and behavior intervention strategies to motivate students in their progress.
• Monitors and ensures functionality of digital products, works with vendors and tech support when needed.
• Works with other school staff to ensure appropriate educational plans for students.
• Works with parents/guardians to support student success.
• Assists with all online testing, including preparation and completion.
• Fosters a safe and mutually respectful environment.
• Completes other duties as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; AND Associate degree, 60 units of post-secondary coursework or passing score on a paraprofessional assessment; AND experience working with children; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Required Knowledge of:

• Stages of childhood development.
• Principles, practices, and methods of teaching.
• District, School Board, and Department policies and procedures.
• Methods of classroom management. Supervising and instructing students.

Required Skills in:

• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with coworkers and other individuals in contact during the course of work; communicating clearly and concisely.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard software such as Microsoft Office and some specialized software; functioning standard office equipment.
• Managing classroom activities. Supervising and instructing students.
• Practicing methods involved in providing quality customer service.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a standard classroom environment.
• Required to assist students of various ages.