Title: Interventionist Paraprofessional
Location: Cedar Crest Elementary
Classification: Greenville Education Support Personnel Association Master Agreement 2023-2026
Reports to: Principal
Schedule: Approximately 30 hours per week while school is in session
Salary: $14.62 - $20.75 per hour based on relevant prior work experience
Benefits: Dependent upon scheduled hours
POSITION SUMMARY: The Interventionist Paraprofessional will provide academic and behavioral support to students who require additional assistance beyond general classroom instruction.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: other duties may be assigned
Assist teachers in delivering academic interventions to students who need additional support in subjects such as reading, math, and writing
Work one-on-one or in small groups with students to reinforce learning and improve skill development
Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers
Implement behavior management strategies and social-emotional learning interventions
Support students with organization, study skills, and other learning strategies
Prepare instructional materials and adapt lessons to meet individual student needs
Assist with assessments and data collection to track student progress
Provide encouragement and motivation to help students build confidence and independence
Supervise students during classroom activities and transitions
Commitment to regular and predictable attendance
Adherence to Greenville Public Schools core values: integrity, collaboration, compassion, and responsibility
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact positively with students and staff
Patient and flexible when working with students of different ages and abilities
Ability to implement intervention strategies and follow educational plans
Basic computer and organizational skills for clerical tasks
Satisfactory background check
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of two years or more of study at an institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours); an associate’s degree or higher; or completion of a state or local academic assessment (ETS ParaPro Assessment) with a passing score
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time. The employee will frequently bend, squat, and kneel to interact with children. The employee will occasionally twist at the neck and trunk. Employees will use their hands to handle, control, grasp, move, and feel documents and equipment. The employee is occasionally required to reach above head and shoulder level. Occasionally required to carry, lift, and move up to 50 pounds. In-person work is required.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Communication: The employee must have clear speaking and sufficient hearing to communicate effectively and appropriately in person and on the telephone. Ability to write business correspondence in a professional manner. Ability to present information to small and large groups.
Reasoning: Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to use good judgment in making decisions.
Interpersonal: Maintain and encourage a safe environment for all students, staff, and the community. Effective organizational skills. Ability to work without direct supervision. Ability to be flexible in dealing with staff, students, parents, and the community. Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, dependability, honesty, and self-motivation while performing the duties of the position. Exhibits a positive image as a representative of the school district.
Mathematics: Ability to perform basic math computations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Environmental: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is exposed to infections at a greater risk than the average person. The employee must be able to work under fluorescent lighting. The employee may be required to be outdoors for short periods of time, and is therefore subject to varying weather conditions.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the Board of Education may be considered. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Greenville Public Schools Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. |
