MTSS Behavior Paraprofessional Position Available In Fayette, Georgia

FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS MTSS

Paraprofessional Position Description The Fayette County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.

WORK LOCATION

Assigned School

REPORTS TO

Assistant Principal Principal

SALARY SCHEDULE

Classified Salary Schedule

PAY GRADE

3375

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

WORK CALENDAR

185 Days 7.5 Hr/Day

APPROVED

(Board): November 2020;

REVISED:

November 2024; September 2023; September 2022; June 2022

SUMMARY:

Support teachers in meeting the educational, behavioral and social-emotional needs of students

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance 2.Work closely with the assistant principal to support MTSS meetings and the overall process 3.Assist the teacher and administrators in performing necessary MTSS /behavior support tasks 4.Work individually with students and/or in a small group to help reinforce school-wide expectations 5.Assist in planning and instructing behavior interventions 6.Greet students upon their arrival; promote a positive school environment that enhances student learning 7.Gather and prepare materials for daily MTSS /behavior instructional activities; assist with creating social stories/lessons to reinforce school-wide behavior expectations 8.Assist in collecting data and monitoring student progress in order to support MTSS process 9.Monitor students’ behavior during large group activities by reinforcing; school-wide expectations through the use of positive reinforcement 10.Serve on school-wide committees; attend professional learning sessions 11.Assist with creating and maintaining current behavior intervention plans in Infinite Campus to support the MTSS process 12.Assist in providing a well-managed, safe and orderly environment that encourages respect for all 13.Assist with collecting and analyzing student data in order to support data-based decision-making process so that interventions can be modified as needed 14.Communicate professionally and effectively with students, parents, staff, community and central office personnel 15.Ability to be present at the physical worksite 16.Must be able to properly and consistently supervise students, particularly during emergency situations 17.Perform other duties as assigned and allowable by intended program

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or state approved high school equivalent Completion of at least two years of study (60 semester hours) above the remedial level with a grade of “C” or better at a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited institute of higher education; or an Associate’s degree or higher; or Present a passing score on the Paraprofessional Assessment Excellent communication skills Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Proficiency in instructional technology 2024

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities. Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequent bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling and repetitive fine motor activities. Prolonged periods of standing, walking and sitting. Vision, hearing and verbal communications are essential functions of this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working with students Experience in a school setting

REQUIRED DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The employee must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function of the position. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations will be provided to afford persons with disabilities an opportunity to perform the essential functions of the position. Employees are expected to attend all required meetings as approved by the supervisor. The employee will adhere to the Georgia Professional Standards Commission’s Code of Ethics for Educators, all Fayette County Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, school system procedures, and all other applicable professional performance criteria. Maintenance of criminal history check is required for all employees. MTSS Paraprofessional