Job Posting: Special Education Paraprofessionals, Extended School Year (ESY) – Elementary

Job Title: Special Education Paraprofessional, Extended School Year – Elementary          Open Until Filled
Reports to: Summer Academy Site Administrator
Position Site:  Inver Grove Heights – Hilltop Elementary or Pine Bend Elementary 
 

Position Summary:

ESY Paraprofessionals are responsible for supporting classrooms with creating safe and engaging learning experiences for ISD 199 students in kindergarten through 5th grade who meet eligibility criteria for ESY.  

Compensation:
Hourly Wage: Based on the hourly rate in the Paraprofessional Salary Schedule

Required Position Dates: 
 

• All ESY Paraprofessional Training: Tuesday, June 18, 2023 (9:00 am – 10:00 am)
  • Required Initial CPI Training will be held Tuesday, June 18 from 10-3:30 and Thursday June 20, 9-12 for staff who are not certified.
  • Important: If you are unable to attend the training, you must note this in your application..

• SA/ESY Program Dates: Monday – Thursdays for 15 school days:

              June 24-27 (M-Th)
July 1-3 (M-W, no school July 4)
July 8-11 (M-Th)
July 15-18 (M-Th)

Hours: 7:20 – 12:05 pm    (Students Hours are 7:40 am – 11:50 am with school doors opening at 7:30 am)

Required Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED and one of the following:
  • An AA, AS, AAS (or higher) degree, or
  • Two years of post-secondary coursework (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) from an accredited institution of higher education which are applicable toward a Bachelor’s Degree
• Basic skills in reading, writing and math
• Establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with students, peers, and parents.
• Collaborate with others to improve professional practice and student achievement.
• Contribute to the success of ESY summer programming.
• Care for district resources, equipment, and materials assigned to him/her and report concerns regarding facility and equipment to designated supervisor.
• Be knowledgeable of and adhere to all procedures and practices prescribed in the Teacher, Student, and/or Parent Handbooks.
• Understand and practice School Board policies and adhere to federal and state laws that apply to his/her job assignment.
• Proficient in oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in organizational skills
• Capable of working cooperatively and congenially to develop good relationships with other employees, supervisors and students
• Understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality related to student data
• Ability to be punctual in reporting to work and for assigned duties

Responsibilities:
The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:

• Assist teachers with students in duties that include, but not limited to the following types of tasks:
  • Guide student learning and support lessons designed by the classroom teacher.
  • Assist students in small group and individual settings.
  • Provide positive, constructive feedback to students.
  • Assist the teacher with general supervision responsibilities including lunch, recess and bus duty.
  • Maintain the same, high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students that is expected of fully licensed teachers.
• Be mindful of district priorities for program improvement including: affective development, developmentally appropriate curriculum, diversity of instructional approaches, multiple assessment and evaluation techniques, interdisciplinary curriculum, and emphasis on student thinking skills.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor or district administrator.

Inver Grove Heights Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.