The School District of Desoto County
Description
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education (equivalent to a minimum of 60 credit hours); or
- Associate’s or higher degree; or
- Knowledge and ability to assist in instruction in core subjects as verified by a rigorous state or local assessment (ParaPro).
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the teacher(s) in preparing materials, teaching aids, bulletin boards and equipment for direct instructional activity, including locating, copying, collating, distributing, and/or grouping materials supporting instructional activities planned by the teacher.
- Schedule space for specialized instructional programs and coordinate the arrangement of equipment, desks, tables, chairs and activity areas.
- Examine short- and long-term unit plans prepared by the teacher and anticipate the need for specific supplies and materials.
- Assist the teacher in preparing for changing curriculum to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
- Confer with teacher on progress of students.
- Serve as substitute teacher when necessary.
- Assist the teacher in the enforcement of classroom rules and the maintenance of appropriate records.
- Maintain a clean and orderly environment for students.
- Check objective tests and mark errors but not assign a grade.
- Escort or transport students to and from classrooms, clinic, cafeteria as required.