Paraprofessional Position Available In Walton, Georgia

Job Title : Paraprofessional
Job Location : Social Circle Elementary
Category : Classified Employee
Job Description :

JOB DESCRIPTION

Paraprofessional

CONTRACT TERMS

190-Day Calendar

REPORTS TO

Building Principal

SALARY SCHEDULE

SCCS Classified Salary Schedule Rank I Grade 2 / Rank II Grade 4

Fair Labor Standards Act:

Non-exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

Education level must be in accordance with federal, state and local guidelines
Certification as mandated by the Professional Standards Commission
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be appropriate and acceptable

FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

Serve as a support to the classroom teacher in providing educational opportunities for each student Use appropriate instructional strategies and techniques as prescribed by the appropriate personnel to support learning
Provide support to selected students in resource, self-contained and/or regular classroom settings
Assist and adhere to all elements of plans or accommodations as required by the IEP, behavior plan, healthcare plan, etc.
Perform special duties as required for meeting the unique needs of specific student populations; e.g., lifting physically disabled students, toileting/personal hygiene assistance, using physical restraints or other specialized behavior management techniques
Assist student/teachers in using hardware, software, and other technology including assistive technology
Provide ongoing feedback to the appropriate personnel regarding student performance including issues potentially impacting the student’s performance
Conduct small group or individual classroom activities based on lesson plans developed by the teacher
Assist with student assessment, grading work and tests and collecting data on student progress
Assist with routine recordkeeping, as prescribed by appropriate personnel
Assist with preparation of materials for instruction (including the copying/duplicating of materials, construction of displays/bulletin boards, learning centers and manipulative)
Locate, operate and return needed equipment
Assist with classroom housekeeping
Assist in ordering and inventory of classroom equipment and materials
Assist with the supervision of students including classroom and school-wide supervision such as loading/unloading buses
Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and/or credential as may be required for this position
Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable and punctual manner
Participate in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to the assignment
Review current developments, literature and technical source information related to job responsibilities
Ensure adherence to appropriate safety procedures
Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies
Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting (50 pounds), carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 30% sitting, 40% walking, and 30% standing.

EVALUATION

Job performance is evaluated by the Principal at least annually, in accordance with district guidelines.

CLEARANCES

Criminal Justice Fingerprint Background Clearance

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE

Social Circle City School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, or sex in its employment practices. It is the policy of the Board of Education to comply fully with the requirements of Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) and all accompanying regulations. Qualification Required : Certification as required from the GaPSC
Job Close Date : Position Start : 07/28/2025
Job Post Date : 05/02/2025