EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Must have High School Diploma or equivalent, Associate Degree or 48 semester units or have passed the Paraprofessional Exam; and some experience working with students in an organized setting. BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Principal, assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom or other learning environment; assist teachers with the preparation of instructional materials; tutor students in assigned subject areas. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Tutor individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher; monitor and oversee student drills, practices and assignments in various subjects. Provide classroom support to the teacher by setting up work areas and displays, operating equipment, and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials; confer with teachers concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs. Assist assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans; administer various tests; grade student tests and assignments; record grades. Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom and during outdoor activities according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior. Operate a variety of classroom and office equipment including a computer, copier, paper cutter and laminator. Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; maintain learning environment in a safe, orderly and clean manner. Direct group activities of students as assigned; accompany students on field trips as assigned. Attend and participate in parent conferences and a variety of meetings as assigned. Perform related duties as assigned.