Instructional Support Specialist

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Instructional Paraprofessional

Job Summary

The instructional paraprofessional is responsible for working as a team member in providing a quality educational programming for students. The instructional paraprofessional will provide instructional support in English Language Arts or Mathematics for K-6 students as directed by the principal, the supervisor of Student Support Systems, or certified General Education Teachers.

Requirements

60 college credit hours Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team Excellent organizational, communication, and recordkeeping skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with elementary school age youth Demonstrated ability to adapt to different instructional environments including in-person 1:1 and independent small group Experience with reading or mathematics intervention support Familiarity with instructional technology and online learning software

Essential Job Functions

Provide in-classroom instructional support for K-6 students under the direct supervision of the students' General Education certified teachers. Provide outside-classroom instructional support in reading and writing for K-6 students under the direct supervision of the students' General Education certified teachers using district-approved evidence-based resources. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of students, schools, teachers, and classrooms Assist classroom teachers with the administration of district and state assessments Observe, document, and communicate student progress as requested Attend staff data meetings, professional learning, or training as requested Complete required activity logs and/or other documentation as required Consistent and reliable attendance Perform other duties as assigned and allowable under state or federal grant as applicable

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
* Stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel
* Reach with hands and arms
* Climb or balance
* Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
* Talk, hear (in a quiet or noisy environment)
* Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust/focus

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud to moderate. Work may be performed indoors and/or outdoors. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of students.

Mental Functions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
* Compare, analyze, communicate both orally and in writing
* Copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile, and negotiate

Evaluation

In accordance with the Administrative Support Staff Agreement

Terms of Employment

The employee will remain free of any alcohol or drugs throughout his/her employment with the district as outlined in Board Policy #4210.

District Non-Discrimination Statement

The Forest Hills Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), marital status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally prohibited basis in its employment decisions or the provision of services.