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Job Description:Description:Two one-on-one Paraeducators are needed.Job Summary:To assist, support, and work closely with teachers, administrators, and other team members in providing a quality instructional program to continuously improve student achievement. Assist students with learning goals per their learning plans and other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Associates Degree, 60 Credits, or Passed the ParaPro ExaminationEssential Functions:* Effectively observes assigned work hours and maintains a prompt and regular attendance pattern.* Follows the daily schedule as prescribed.* Adjusts to work assignments and/or schedule changes. Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by the teacher.* Provides extra assistance to students with exceptionalities, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and/or mental disabilities, and 504 Plans.* Assists as directed by the supervising teacher in the effort to successfully maintain students with special needs in an integrated setting, as determined by the IEP team.* Assists the teacher in preparing materials and equipment for the direct instructional activity, including locating, copying, collating, distributing, and/or grouping materials to support instructional activities planned by the teacher.* Assists identified students with transporting materials or supplies as needed. Assists identified students with specific personal and physical needs.* Assists with bulletin boards and decorations for instructional purposes and special events.* Supervises students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, schoolyards, gymnasiums, or field trips.* Communicates clearly and positively with students and all stakeholders. Performs assigned non-instructional classroom duties, such as snack time, toileting, class change, and clothing routines.* Serves as a source of information and assists any substitute teacher assigned to the class.* Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as required.* Performs other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher, Principal, or his/her designee.Working Conditions:* Per Union Contract* Starting rate $18.45 per hourRequirements:* Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in the school environment and community.* Maintains a cooperative working relationship with Principal, supervising teacher, students, parents, staff, and public.* Participates in professional learning activities that align with school improvement goals. Participates in staff development opportunities provided by the district* Demonstrates a positive attitude toward work assignments.* Hours are designed around student needs.* Accepts responsibility for the work assigned and accepts constructive criticism.* Additional school-level responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or his/her designee.* Must pass federal and local background checks.* Must have reliable transportation.* Must complete all pre-employment requirements before the start date.Application Procedure:Please visit the Winchester Public Schools website to apply online at www.winchesterschools.org. Please be sure to attach your cover letter, resume, and three recent references.