Library Media Paraprofessional (Technology Management) - Alabama State Department of Education : Job Details

System Mission: To create a culture of intellectual curiosity where all students have ownership over their learning and are inspired to think, innovate, and create. System Vision: Our students are lifelong learners who use their knowledge, skills, and influence to make the world a better place. LOCATION: Local School as Assigned REPORTS TO: Principal FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt TERMS: 182-day position paid following the Board-approved salary schedule Pike Road Schools Job Description for Paraprofessional System Mission: To create a culture of intellectual curiosity where all students have ownership over their learning and are inspired to think, innovate, and create. LOCATION: Pike Road School as assigned REPORTS TO: Principal FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt TERMS: 182-day appointment compensation in accordance with the Board-approved salary schedule JOB GOAL: To assist the certified educator in providing instructional and support services for maximum student achievement. To assist certified personnel in planning and implementing learning experiences for students. To assist certified personnel in developing a safe, healthy learning environment. To assist certified personnel in providing small group instruction. To assist certified personnel with the preparation and organization of instructional materials. QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's degree or 48 semester hours from an accredited college or a passing score on the ACT WorkKeys Assessment

Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457

Demonstrated success in relevant work experience.

Ability and willingness to work in a highly demanding, stressful environment.

Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication with learners, teachers and others.

Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups.

Ability to identify and solve problems as a productive team member.

Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions.

Physical strength, agility, dexterity, acuity and mobility to perform job responsibilities.

Ability to use technology to communicate, to manage data, and to produce/submit required reports, correspondence, and/or financial information.

Ability to follow instructions and accept constructive feedback.

Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals, and priorities.

Presents lessons or portions of lessons to a student or a group of students, checks the accuracy of work, and presents additional assignments as directed by the teacher.

Helps students use books, computers, classroom materials, and other equipment.

Assists certified educators in keeping routine records related to attendance, grades, test scores, behavior, or materials and supplies as assigned.

Assists certified educators in maintaining discipline and encouraging acceptable student behavior.

Assists in managing student behavior, including crisis intervention when needed, such as restraining disruptive or physically dangerous students within the guidelines of Crisis Intervention and Prevention (CPI) training.

Assists teachers on field trips by helping students with physical needs, maintaining discipline, and reinforcing learning situations.

Assists bus drivers, when needed, in maintaining discipline and responding to the physical needs of students.

Supervises a group of students in the temporary absence of the responsible certified educator.

Implements a behavior management plan consistent with certified educator implementation instructions.

Adjusts or rephrases portions of texts and classroom instruction.

Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.

Performs duties in a courteous and professional manner.

Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.

Works cooperatively and productively with supervisors and other system staff to ensure the system's vision, goals, and strategies are implemented, providing all pertinent data to all appropriate personnel within the designated time frame.

Engages in professional growth and demonstrates professional ethics and effective leadership.

Reports potential problems, unusual events, or work irregularities to appropriate administrative or supervisory personnel.

Responds to inquiries, requests, constructive feedback, concerns, and/or complaints in a timely and positive manner.

Maintains and submits reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.

Properly uses and cares for equipment and material resources of the school system and effectively supervises and monitors others in the care, maintenance, and use of tools, equipment, and inventory.

Uses effective collaboration skills to work as a productive team member.

Transfers with a student to another education setting when requested in accordance with the school system policies governing employee transfers.

Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local regulations.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently; and/or up to 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects. EVALUATION: Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the State Department of Education and/or Pike Road Board of Education policy on evaluation of classified personnel. The Pike Road Board of education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Board Approved: Please ensure that you have uploaded the following documents to your application: 1) Letter of Interest 2) Resume