Responsibilities

Provide support for the instructional program within an assigned classroom and/or school setting, including but not limited to:

• Work with individual or small groups of students to assist in academic and social development
• Communicate with administrators, teachers and parents in evaluating student progress and/or implementing student learning objectives
• Implement instructional lessons as needed
• Maintain classroom equipment for instructional purposes
• Collect and utilize student data, as directed, to support student growth
• Develop and maintain a safe and caring classroom and school environment

Requirements

• High school diploma, equivalent, or the ability to obtain diploma or equivalent within 12 months of employment AND one of the following: 
• Two years of college (60 hours) OR Associates Degree OR the ability to achieve minimum test score on District or State assessment, OR three satisfactory evaluations in a para-educator role
• Job related experience is preferred
• Effective oral and written communication skills 
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders

District Commitment

• School-based transition support
• District and school-based in-service/professional development sessions
• Employee appreciation events and recognition opportunities
• Enrollment into Employee Discount Program

It shall be the policy of the St. Charles Parish School Board that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or veteran status be denied the benefits of, or be subject to, discrimination in regard to employment, retention, promotion, transfer, or dismissal in any educational program or activity under the jurisdiction of the Board.