MARTINEZ UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

             Classified Job Description

             PARA EDUCATOR A

9 Months/Year

Definition

Under supervision of the elementary teacher, to perform a variety of instructional activities; to provide intensified learning experiences for students in assigned areas; to provide a variety of clerical and supportive tasks for teachers; and to do related work as required.

Example of Duties

• Assists instructional personnel with the development and presentation of learning materials and instructional exercises;
• Tutors individuals and small groups of students to reinforce and follow-up learning activities;
• Supervises students in the classroom, on field trips and during other activities;
• Administers and corrects standardized tests; maintains student records, attendance and files;
• Performs a variety of regular clerical duties such as filing, typing or duplicating materials;
• Maintains discipline in the absence of the teacher; assists in maintaining a neat, orderly and attractive learning environment by performing such tasks as cleaning the room, arranging displays, or preparing bulletin boards;
• May communicate in a foreign language with students to help clarify instructions and answer questions; and
• May assist students with toileting needs (stipend included).

Desirable Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Student behavior and characteristics of elementary age children;
• Techniques used in controlling and motivating children;
• Correct English usage;
• Routine record keeping;
• General purposes and goals of public education.

 Ability to:

• Assume responsibility for supervising students;
• Demonstrate patience, warmth and a liking for children;
• Learn and utilize standard teaching aids and office machines;
• Learn and utilize basic methods and procedures to be followed in an instructional setting;
• Perform routine clerical work;
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
• Maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with children and adults.

Experience

One year of paid or volunteer experience working with children in an educational or child care setting

Education

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, preferably supplemented by courses in child care, psychology or guidance.