Paraprofessional - Classroom Support - Preschool Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional - Classroom Support (PreK Para)

Chisago Lakes School District 2144 is currently seeking applicants for a Paraprofessional - Classroom Support (PreK Para) position. The position is located at the Primary School with a work schedule of 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday. The salary range is Schedule A. This position is not benefit eligible.

The Paraprofessional - Classroom Support position provides essential assistance to certified teaching staff, administration, and students across various grade levels and educational settings. The primary goal is to provide the necessary support for students to have a rewarding educational experience and to maintain a safe, positive school and learning environment. This role focuses on direct instructional support, student supervision, and general classroom operational assistance.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Reinforce specific academic skills (e.g., reading, language, math) under the direction of a teacher or supervisor.
• Tutor individual students or small groups as needed under the direction of a teacher.
• Prepare reinforcement, supplementary, and other instructional materials as needed.
• Gather and record student data.
• Assist teachers with classroom preparation, clean-up, and instructional activities.
• Contribute to the individual student's self-esteem and skill development throughout the school year.
• Supervise students in various settings as assigned, including but not limited to: classrooms, lunchrooms, recess/playtime, hallways, bus lines, and before/after school programs (e.g., Kids Club, ECFE sibling care).
• Supervise students while transitioning to and from lunch, recess, and other locations.
• Ensure the physical safety of children in all supervised environments.
• Implement basic behavioral strategies under the direction of the teacher/supervisor to maintain an orderly learning environment.
• Assist teachers and staff with program and classroom operations, set-up, clean-up, and closing duties.
• Clean and sanitize lunch and other assigned areas.
• Keep attendance records and note any special concerns.
• Work cooperatively with all building and program staff.
• Perform other general building and program duties as assigned by building administration or program supervisor.
• Communicate effectively with teachers and supervisors regarding student progress and needs.
• Maintain strict confidentiality concerning students, staff, and district matters as mandated by data privacy laws.
• Attend required staff development workshops and meetings as directed by the supervisor.
• Acquire certification to be a test proctor for progress monitoring, if required by the assignment.
• Fulfill all other duties and tasks as assigned by the building administration or program supervisor.

Education/Certification Requirement: High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Proven capacity for success in the role; experience working with children (minimum of two years may be required for certain specialized program roles).

Essential skills required to perform the work include:

• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with diverse staff, students, and families.
• Ability to effectively and clearly relay information (both written and verbal).
• Ability to anticipate classroom needs, work independently, and take direction without constant supervision.
• Ability to follow specific directions and reinforce instruction provided by certified staff.
• Ability to adjust quickly to changing student needs, environments (classroom vs. recess), and schedules throughout the day.
• Demonstrated interest in and ability to provide a warm, caring, and stimulating environment for children of all ages and backgrounds.
• Technology skills, including experience with products such as Microsoft Office and Google.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

The physical job requirements described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.

Demands N = never / O = occasionally (1-33%) / F = Frequently (34-66%) / C = Consistently (67-100%)

Physical Lifting/Carrying: F Up to 10 pounds C Up to 25 pounds F Up to 50 pounds O

Exposure to Environmentals: Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens through body O and/or body fluids Walking Talking in person/on the phone Pushing/pulling Hearing Noise Levels Extreme cold (non-weather) N Moderate noise (i.e. business office with printers, light traffic) Loud noise (i.e. many children laughing and playing, large earth moving equipment) Very loud noise (i.e. jack hammer, front row rock concert) Sight for close work/ability to adjust focus Distinguishing smell Distinguishing Color vision (identify and distinguish colors) Traveling by automobile