Position: Additional Adult Support/ Para- professional

Servicing: Baltimore City Public Schools

Summary:

The Paraprofessional/Aide provides services as an employee of STAFFEZ serving the district as part of Baltimore City Public Schools System.

Starting Date “Immediate Until Filled”

Work Year, Hours & Compensation

Until the end of the school year, last day of classes June 13th 2023,

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

37.5 hour workweek, $25 - $30 per hour based on qualifications and experience

Essential Job Functions (note this is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position):

• Provides instructional assistance in support of classroom and learning activities.
• Assists teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons, strategies, activities, and materials.
• Assists students individually and in small groups with instructional activities, skills reinforcement activities, and other instruction related activities or professional development.
• Assists teacher in monitoring and managing student behavior and classroom management.
• Assists in administering tests and assessments.
• Observes and gathers assessment data on students and assists in reviewing assessments and progress reports.
• Discusses observations and progress of students with instructional staff.
• Prepares a variety of instructional materials, audio-visual aids, and reports, as requested.
• Assists in maintaining an attractive, neat, and safe classroom.
• Performs clerical support tasks including correction of tests and work papers, maintaining attendance logs, maintaining student folders and records, maintaining inventory, and reproduction of instructional related materials.
• Provides support and instructional assistance in writing, science, computer or other technology laboratory and ensures proper maintenance and care of laboratory equipment.
• Supervises and monitors students in off-site instruction and on field trips.
• May supervise play periods and playground activities of children.
• May attend to younger children during rest periods.
• May assist students with daily living activities such as feeding and toileting including diapering when appropriate.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school boards policies and professional standards.
• Represent the District and STAFFEZ in a professional manner by performing all job functions at a satisfactory or above level.
• Interact with co-workers, administration, students, parents, and the community in a positive, supportive, and cooperative way.
• Performs other related duties, including special projects, as required or requested, consistent with reasonable expectations for the contracted position.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from High school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate
• At least 48 college credits from an accredited college or university or successful completion of the MSDE Para Pro Assessment
• One year of experience working with children
• Certain positions may require that candidates demonstrate the ability to operate office, audio/visual, or other related equipment
• Understanding of what motivates student learning
• Understanding of the curriculum in the classroom to which assigned
• Knowledge and competency in business English, spelling punctuation, grammar, and arithmetic
• Ability to exercise patience and composure in working with children including those who have special needs
• Ability to handle all matters in a professional and confidential manner
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to make decisions in accordance with City Schools¿ policies, procedures, and general practice
• Ability to work effectively with staff and children
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to maintain clerical and student records
• Ability to perform routine and non-routine instructional tasks
• Completion of the required Global Compliance Network online training modules.
• Demonstrated record of good attendance and punctuality.

• Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.

• Must meet criminal history background requirements (requires FBI Fingerprint and/or drug test)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time.
• Occasional climbing of steps
• Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels
• Potential supervision of students outside in all types of weather.
• Depending on the assignment, may involve more physical activity, e.g., Physical Education classes, preschool, or special education assignments.

Application Procedure: Apply online at Staffez.org

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons in hiring, promotion, transfer, discharge, pay, benefits, and all other aspects of employment, without regard to age, height, weight, pregnancy, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by state and federal laws.