PreK Paraprofessional

Category: Paraprofessional

Job Function: Certified Support Staff

Department: Bethune, Mary Mcleod Elementary

Summary Provides assistance with classroom organization, management, and presentation/development of classroom instruction; Works under general supervision of the instructional staff

Essential Duties

• Works closely with the Pre-Kindergarten teacher and students
• Follows the operating guidelines required by the Georgia Pre-Kindergarten program
• Assists the teacher in the preparation of educational materials for students
• Works individually with students and/or in small groups to help reinforce learning objectives
• Assists with all aspects of the daily routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, and all other instructional Quality guidelines as assigned
• Participates in lunchroom, recess, hall-monitoring, and bus duties
• Assists with preparing and maintaining learning centers for instruction
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education High School Diploma or GED required

Must pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment or must have Technical Certificate of Credit in Early Childhood Education in lieu of passing GACE Assessment an Associate's Degree or higher at a GaPSC accepted accredited institution is acceptable

Certification/Licensure Must meet Bright From the Start requirements as indicated under "Education" above

Experience Qualifications 0 - 1 year of experience required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Good organizational skills
• Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred

Working Conditions

• Classroom environment

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds
• Typically sitting, standing, walking
• May require stooping or crouching

Posting ID: 35221

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PreK Paraprofessional

Req ID: Fulton County Schools

Nearest Major Market: Atlanta