Currently, we are looking for multiple Paraprofessionals.

Position Description:

This contract position is in Hillsborough County Public Schools (school to be determined, given the applicant's location and location need).

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The Contractor may perform the following tasks, as needed:

• Adheres to the daily schedule and assignments.
• Assists teachers in implementing the instructional programs of the district.
• Prepares and organizes instructional materials as directed by the teacher.
• Participates in in-service and professional development activities.
• Follows teachers' lesson plans and provides supervision in the absence of the teacher.
• Provides for the care, well-being, and supervision of students with disabilities as directed by the teacher.
• Establishes and maintains positive, professional communication among students, staff, and parents, as applicable, per the direction of the instructor as directed by the teacher.
• Assists with the duties of Paraprofessional I as directed by the teacher.
• Assists with implementing the classroom management system as directed by theteacher.
• Assists with the implementation and use of sign language or augmented communication systems related to the student's communication needs as directed by the teacher.
• Implements instructional activities such as reading out loud, small group subject lessons, art activities, music activities, cooking, etc., as directed by the teacher.
• Performs light custodial duties that relate to safety and hygiene in the classroom and other environments accessed by the student as directed by the teacher.
• Assists students with community-based instruction and training, both on and off campus as directed by the teacher.
• Supervises student behavior using positive behavior supports and interventions in the classroom, lunchroom, on school grounds, and at off-campus activities as directed by the teacher.
• Participates in parent involvement activities that may include conferences as directed by the teacher.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Adaptability:

• Adapts to changes in the work environment.
• Manages competing demands.
• Accepts criticism and feedback.
• Changes the approach or method to fit the situation best.

Cooperation:

• Establishes and maintains effective relations.
• Exhibits tact and consideration.
• Displays a positive outlook and pleasant manner.
• Offers assistance and support to co-workers.
• Works cooperatively in group situations.
• Works actively to resolve conflicts.

Dependability:

• Respond to requests for service and assistance.
• Follows instructions and responds to management direction.
• Takes responsibility for own actions.
• Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.

Job Knowledge:

• Competent in required job skills and knowledge.
• Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills.
• Keeps abreast of current developments.
• Requires minimal supervision.
• Displays understanding of how the job relates to others.
• Uses resources effectively.

Qualifications: The requirements below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully.

• Education: High school diploma, vocational, GED certificate. Degree or formal training in education or related field preferred.
• Experience: One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in education, childcare, or related field.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:

Must be considered highly qualified per the United States Department of Education and Florida's Differentiated Accountability Model. Meet one of the following criteria:

• Completed requirement for an Associate Degree or higher Q-NCLB-A
• Completed 60 semester hours or two years of study at an institution of higher education
• Q-NCLB-B, or passed the ParaPro Test with a score of 457 or higher
• Q-NCLB

Language Skills:

• Reads and comprehends simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Writes simple correspondence.
• Effectively presents information in one-on-one and small-group situations.

Mathematical Skills:

• Adds and subtracts two-digit numbers and multiplies and divides with 10s and 100s.
• Performs these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability:

• Applies understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Deals with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

• Microsoft Office.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lithia, FL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• You must be considered highly qualified per the United States Department of Education and Florida's Differentiated Accountability Model and meet one of the following criteria in the job description under "CERTIFICATES/LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS." Do you meet that criterion? Please explain.
• Do you have at least one (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in education, childcare, or a related field? Please explain.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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