Job Description

Doral Academy is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Reading Intervention Paraprofessional. If you are driven to help students succeed, come join our team of outstanding educators and make a difference!

QUALIFICATIONS

At least two years of college?level coursework or an Associate's Degree in education or related field Previous aide or teaching experience preferred Knowledge of child growth and development and appropriate classroom practices Demonstrated ability to assist with instructional activities Knowledge of subject matters and ability to instruct students at the direction of the teacher Knowledgeable with word processing, data bases, spread sheets, and reports Ability to maintain a positive learning environment Works well with students, staff, and the public Excellent organizational skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to work under pressure and deadlines Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO:

Building Principal and Classroom Teacher

JOB SUMMARY

To work under the direction of the K-12 Teacher or Building Principal in achieving the educational goals and objectives of all students through individual, small group, or whole group instruction.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Working with Students

Maintain high academic standards and expectations Provide tutorial help to students following lessons prescribed by the teacher and reinforce material and skills using a variety of methods as directed by certified staff Provide immediate feedback on student performance to students and to the supervising teacher Respond to students' questions and requests for assistance Observe students' work and study habits Observe and record students' time on task when needed Assist students in locating prescribed instructional materials and starting their assignments Assist the classroom teacher in the delivery of an effective instructional program Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material and skills introduced by the teacher Help students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by teacher Provide individualized instruction activities using materials and sequences selected by the supervising teacher Identify pupil needs and provide instruction appropriate to those needs Follow modifications and accommodations as specified in Individual Education Plans (IEPs) Assist with such large group activities as drill and practice, reading aloud, and storytelling, and participate in other forms of oral communication with students Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work assigned by the teacher Assist students in the library or media center Check notebooks, correct papers, and supervise testing and make?up work as assigned by the teacher Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips Administer, score, and record such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students Encourage students to strive to meet their highest potential Communicate classroom rules and encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior

Other

Keep accurate records and maintain individual records for each student Complete clerical duties as assigned by the supervising teacher Attend faculty meetings as required Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as reading professional journals and other publications Seek assistance should emergencies arise Represent the school district in a positive manner Know and follow school district policy and chain of command Perform other duties as assigned
NOTE

All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.

Location: Meridian, Idaho

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off
Work Location: In person