Seconday Paraprofessional - Part Time

Position Type:
Support Staff/Paraprofessional/ Instructional Parapro

Date Posted:
9/20/2019

Location:
Battle Creek Central H.S.

Date Available:
TBD

Closing Date:
Until Filled

District:
Battle Creek Public Schools

Position Title: Paraprofessional - Part Time
Primary Function: Provide Support for Secondary Student
Location: Central High School
Part Time: Starting at 2 hours per day
Calendar Paraprofessional
Salary Range $15.50 Per Hour
Reports To: Building Principal

Job Description:

• Instruct and support students with self-control behavior exceptionalities.
• Provide student feedback with peer and adult social interaction
• Reinforce student success following highly structured protocols and data documentation methods
• Participation in a professional learning community and on-going training as a continuous learner
• Assist in building positive relationships between students, schools and community organizations
• Assist teacher and in developing student behavior and academic goals
• Maintain order in the absence of the lead teacher
• Assist staff during parent conferences and concerns

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of basic research-based classroom management strategies and academic interventions in the areas of literacy and math.
• Completed at least 60 credit hours at a post-secondary college, or have associate or higher degree, or
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through passage of an approved formal state academic assessment in the following areas: Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate. The State Board of Education approved the following formal assessments by which a paraprofessional may choose to demonstrate this knowledge: Basic Skills Examination • A passing score on the score Basic Skills Test MTTC • A passing score of at least 480 on the evidence-based reading and writing section of the SAT and 530 on the mathematics section in lieu of the Basic Skills Test or Professional Readiness Exam • Other basic skills examination options ETS Parapro Assessment • A passing score of 460 is required (revised 10/4/2017).

Ability to work with students and staff in a professional manner.

• Participate with ongoing formative and summative academic assessments conducted by teachers to determine students' academic progress and continuing need for social work services.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with teachers, and the principal regarding students' needs, the intervention plans being used, and barriers to progress.
• May assist family members in understanding the student's needs
• Understand and participate in the implementation of Positive Behavior Support initiatives in the building
• Ensure the successful reintegration of students who are returning to school following suspension or other disciplinary action
• Maintain effective written records for each student receiving services, including:
  • Specific data illuminating the academic deficiencies the student exhibits;
  • Work collaboratively in building and district initiatives which supports continuous improvement

Application Procedure:
Internal and External candidates who are qualified and wish to be considered for this position must submit the EXTERNAL online application. Candidate should also include the following with his/her on-line application (all credentials must be submitted via the on-line application process):

• Letter of Application
• Current resume
• Credentials (including three current letters of reference)
• Other information demonstrating knowledge and successful experiences

SCHOOL SAFETY CLEARANCE: The successful candidate will be subject to a fingerprint and background check as a condition of employment. All fees required for this check (estimated $71.00) will be the responsibility of an applicant.

The Battle Creek Public School District is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, handicap, sex, age, religion, national origin, weight, height, or marital status in its employment practices.