POSITION TITLE: District School Support Paraprofessional
JOB STATUS: OPEN
POSTING DATE: 08/25/2021
DEADLINE DATE: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and interviews conducted immediately, with a selection to be made as quickly as possible thereafter.

POSTING NUMBER: 002614
NATURE OF POSITION:

Under the direction of the Principal and Lead School Support Paraprofessional, the School Support Paraprofessional provides general assistance to principals and staff in the daily operation of the school; assists the School Nurse with reaching out to people (contacts) who have been exposed to or tests positive for COVID-19 and providing information and guidance to interrupt ongoing disease transmission.

This position is grant-funded under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act for the remainder of the 2021-2022 school year only.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

General Support Duties

• Assists the principal and school staff whenever possible in meeting the general needs of students and staff
• Operates office machines that are necessary for preparation of materials
• Prepares materials in the most time-efficient manner
• Follows the directions of the teacher, principal, and/or school nurse
• Uses time wisely so that materials are ready when needed
• Consults with the teacher and/or principal concerning behavioral expectations for students
• Supervises students in the hallways and bathrooms, on playgrounds, and at rest time in a safe, structured, and positive manner that supports the expectations of the teacher and/or principal
• Supervises students in non-instructional situations in the manner prescribed by the teacher and/or principal
• Uses time efficiently in working with individual or groups of students so that each child is provided assistance as needed

COVID-19 Support Duties

• Answers calls, provides information to callers, routes calls as appropriate, take clear & concise messages and contacts appropriate staff to promote effective communications
• Prepare and mail correspondence to parents and employees, as directed by the school nurse and/or principal
• Maintain student and employee confidentiality and ensure that all information is collected in concordance with local data privacy and confidentiality standards
• Collaborate and coordinate with the school nurse and principal to complete contact notification and monitoring assignments in an efficient manner. Inform the team and supervisor when attempts to communicate with a contact are unsuccessful. Elevate complex situations to the school nurse or principal for further guidance
• Monitor isolation rooms with students awaiting pick up by parents and guardians
• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening, emotional intelligence
• Ability to interact in a non-judgmental manner with culturally diverse populations and persons experiencing a wide range of social conditions
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and the ability to use sound judgment in responding to client issues and concerns
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and receive constructive feedback
• Ability to use discretion, maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, establishing and maintaining collaborative professional relationships
• Strong time management skills (organization, prioritization, multitasking)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Proficiency with use of computers (desktop, laptop, tablet)
• Proficiency with MS Office and Google Suite
• Proficiency with use of mobile devices (smartphones, mobile apps)

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
Must meet one of the following criteria to be hired: 1) completion of at least two (2) years of study at a four-year college or university (official transcripts required); OR 2) attainment of an Associate degree in any field (official transcripts required); OR 3) passing the Educational Testing Service's (ETS) Parapro Assessment with a score of 455 or higher (official ETS score report required). Experience in a human services related field is preferred.

START DATE: As soon as possible after selection
SALARY / STIPEND: Pay Rate: $15.02 per hour; Danville School Board pays the employee cost in full, for state-mandated life insurance; and in part for state retirement and health insurance. Other benefits - sick leave and personal leave.
TO APPLY: Complete a Danville Public Schools online application for "Classified" positions. Follow all instructions on the DPS "Employment Opportunities" page to apply for this specific position.