Summary Paraprofessionals may serve in a classroom or media center. Incumbents in the Paraprofessional position are responsible for providing assistance to students and staff as indicated in the duties below related the individual’s assignment. Essential Duties • 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 grading quizzes as assigned. • Participates in lunchroom, recess, hall-monitoring, and bus duties. • Assists with preparing and maintaining bulletin boards and other learning centers areas for instruction. • Participates in required additional training related to the Dual Immersion Model if applicable • Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator. Required Education High School Diploma or GED required Must pass the GACE para assessment; in lieu of the GACE Assessment and have 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of a grade of C or better; hold an Associate's Degree or higher at a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution is acceptable Certification/Licensure Must be able to obtain Georgia PSC Paraprofessional Certificate Experience Qualifications • 0 – 1 year experience required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities • Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred • Must be able to follow written and oral instructions quickly and accurately • Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with students and adults • Excellent organizational skills and flexibility • If working as a Paraprofessional in the Dual Immersion program, should exhibit proficiency in spoken and written language of instruction 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 • May require lifting, bending kneeling, reaching, stooping or crouching • Requires ability to move and control an adult-sized wheelchair • Typically sitting, standing, walking