Pre-K Paraprofessional

POSITION TITLE: PreK Classroom Paraprofessional

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma

At least one (1) of the following:

Two (2) years of college credit;

An associate's degree (or higher);

Provide evidence of passing the Arkansas State Board of Education adopted Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment

Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)

REPORTS TO: Principal and/or PreK Director

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 185 days with benefits provided according to Siloam Springs School Board policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Monitor classroom, playground and other areas for safety and security.

Assist classroom teachers with organizing, cleaning and preparing materials.

Assisting students in achieving social- emotional and academic success

Helping students by providing academic and behavioral support

Personal care responsibilities, such as toileting

Help students develop problem solving skills using Conscious Discipline techniques

Monitor student progress and maintain documentation

Engage in positive interactions with students and serve as a positive role model for developing social skills.

Follow guidelines of Arkansas Better Chance, Department of Human Services and Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scale.

Maintain positive communication with students and families

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.

Attend meetings and perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.

Remain current on instructional practices in education.

Attend required trainings.