K-3 Support Specialist; FTE - Echo Canyon K-8

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Position Objective
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Provide literacy tutoring and intervention for K-3 at-risk students.

PAY GRADE
: J
FLSA STATUS
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Non-Exempt

Position Objective
:
Provide literacy tutoring and intervention for K-3 at-risk students.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
:

• Tutor identified K-3 students in reading skills either individually or in small groups.
• Work in a push-in or push-out model for instruction.
• Assist classroom teachers and school’s literacy team.
• Conduct pre/post and ongoing assessments of student literacy skills.
• Attend a variety of meetings and in-service staff development sessions.
• Attend meetings to give input on student progress.
• Collaborate with administrative and instructional staff members.
• Maintain, monitor and analyze student data and records.
• Contact parents as necessary and assist other personnel.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
:
Equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job listed above.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
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• Title Schools Only: 60 hours of secondary education or successful completion of the Paraprofessional Test.
• Applicants recommended for hire will receive instructions on how to obtain a fingerprint clearance card as a condition of employment.

KNOWLEDGE
:

• English language and grammar;
• Basic components of reading instruction;
• Child development (K-3)

SKILLS
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• Patience when dealing with children;
• Ability to maintain order and discipline when working with children;
• Ability to maintain the interest of children;
• Effective communication skills with coworkers and the general public;
• Good interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors and the general public;
• Basic computer skills and entry-level understanding of Microsoft Work and Excel.

Physical Requirements
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Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Note
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The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Return To Work Retirees will have an hourly rate approximately 9% lower than listed below without falling below minimum wage.

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