Pre-K Paraprofessional

POSITION TITLE:         PreK Classroom Paraprofessional

QUALIFICATIONS:      

• High school diploma
• At least one (1) of the following:
1. Two (2) years of college credit;
2. An associate’s degree (or higher);
3. Provide evidence of passing the Arkansas State Board of Education adopted Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment
4. Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)

REPORTS TO:              Principal and/or PreK Director

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  185 days with benefits provided according to Siloam Springs School Board policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Monitor classroom, playground and other areas for safety and security. 
• Assist classroom teachers with organizing, cleaning and preparing materials. 
• Assisting students in achieving social- emotional and academic success
• Helping students by providing academic and behavioral support
• Personal care responsibilities, such as toileting
• Help students develop problem solving skills using Conscious Discipline techniques
• Monitor student progress and maintain documentation
• Engage in positive interactions with students and serve as a positive role model for developing social skills. 
• Follow guidelines of Arkansas Better Chance, Department of Human Services and Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scale.
• Maintain positive communication with students and families

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:   

• Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
• Attend meetings and perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
• Remain current on instructional practices in education. 
• Attend required trainings.