Cub Club After School Program__ Paraprofessional

Basic Function and Responsibility: Facilitates teacher-provided academic enrichment lessons and activities for Cub Club students in a safe, engaging afterschool environment. Provides supervision and classroom management while supporting student participation and positive behavior. Assists with transitions, materials and daily program routines.

Position Type: Part-Time

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Experience:

• 3+ years experience working with elementary aged children

Criminal Record:

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description

Instructional Support:

• Provide instruction to students; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help keep records and prepare required reports.

Student Management:

• Help supervise students throughout the afterschool program, inside and outside the classroom, including playground, and other related activities
• Keep Site Coordinator informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Professional Effectiveness:

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Follow district policies and procedures pertaining to the job assignment.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Working Conditions:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment (up to 45 pounds)
• Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours