Paraprofessional - Pre-K

This is an important position in which the incumbent performs a variety of tasks with the objective of assisting the educational programs which benefit Rochester City School District students.

Under the guidance of the Pre-kindergarten Teacher, the Paraprofessional is responsible for assisting the Pre-kindergarten Teacher in providing an individualized, child-centered learning experience in the preschool classroom. The paraprofessional, with the classroom team, creates a welcoming environment for parents and
families.

Responsibilities may include supervision of students.

Reports to School Principal or his/her designated administrator.

Does related work as required, listed below.

A high school diploma or GED is required for consideration.

Working hours: 32.5 hours/week

• Assists the Pre-kindergarten Teacher in maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment.
• Works with the Pre-kindergarten Teacher in providing a child-centered, individualized
  curriculum.
• Works with Pre-kindergarten Teacher as requested in observing and recording children’s
  growth and development.
• Participates in staff development sessions.
• Conferences daily with Pre-Kindergarten Teacher to provide best practices and program for
  each child and parent.
• Pursues opportunities for continuing professional growth.
• Shares responsibility for the ongoing development and functioning of a cohesive educational
  team.
• Shares in the responsibility of the cleaning and maintenance of the preschool classroom.
• Shares other tasks as requested by Pre-kindergarten Teacher
• Hygienic support for students will be required. Additional hourly stipend for toileting duties is provided.

SUPERVISION: Ongoing direct supervision by school principal/administrator. Indirect supervision by the Early Childhood Department.

Minimum Salary: $17.00/hr.

Maximum Salary: $18.30/hr.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to extend own knowledge and understanding of child development and
  appropriate practices for young children.
• Experience in working with urban families from diverse racial, social, ethnic and educational
  backgrounds.
• Willingness to provide a warm nurturing environment for young children.
• Acceptance and understanding of preschool children and their family.
• Ability to work in a co-operative team atmosphere.
• Ability to model appropriate expressive and receptive language skills.
• Ability to model and assist students in developing self-help skills including hygiene skills,
  independent feeding and dressing skills.
  

One (1) year of experience with children in a professional setting is preferred.