Berkley Public Schools

Position Description:      Special Education Paraprofessional

Position Goal:       To assist the teacher in providing learning experiences that will

                              increase the opportunities for learning and improve basic skill levels.

Qualifications:           

1. High school diploma or its equivalent, AND
2. Associates degree (or higher) OR one of the following:

• Completion of at least two years or 48 credit hours of study at an institution of higher education or,
• Successful completion of formal assessment measuring knowledge of and ability to assist classroom teachers in reading, writing and mathematics. (Completion of Parapro. &/or other requirements to be deemed highly qualified.)

Organizational Relationships:

1. Reports to principal or designee and cooperates with supervising teacher.

Performance Responsibilities:

Instructional Activities:

1. Work with individual/small groups of students as directed by the classroom teacher.
2. Work with large groups of students as directed by the classroom teacher.
3. Implement instructional activities as directed by the classroom teacher.
4. Assist teacher with motivating students.
5. Demonstrate attentiveness to the needs of individual students.
6. Provide feedback to teachers on student progress.
7. Assist with checking student work.
8. Assist with classroom management
9. Assist classroom teacher with planning of instructional activities.

Non-Instructional Activities:

1. Assist with supervision of students as assigned.
2. Assist with clerical assignments and duties.
3. Communicate effectively with students and staff.
4. Demonstrate flexibility and initiative in his/her role.
5. Treat confidential matters appropriately.
6. Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Evaluation:      Will be conducted by the principal (or designee).