SY Elementary Classroom Paraprofessional

Position: 26-27 SY Elementary Classroom Paraprofessional
Position Type:
Elementary Support Staff/Paraprofessional

Date Posted:
2/24/2026

Location:
All Elementary

Date Available:
08/01/2026

Closing Date:
05/29/2026
THE CLASSICAL ACADEMY
POSITION DESCRIPTION

Title: Classroom Paraprofessional Department: Elementary

Date: Updated January 28, 2022 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Year: Academic Calendar

$17.00/hour. Part time and full time positions may be available across all three elementary campuses.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
To support the principal and classroom teachers in implementing TCA's program and encouraging a positive learning environment. To assist teachers in academic assignments, clerical duties, classroom management, and student tutoring as deemed appropriate by the supervising teacher(s) as well as performing various duties assigned by the principal contributing to efficient operations of the school.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP:

• Reports directly to assigned teachers
• Reports indirectly to the Head Paraprofessional
• Reports indirectly to the Building Principal

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by incumbents in various locations. The Classical Academy reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of this job at any time.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Tutor students in all subject areas
• Assists teacher in carrying out instructional programs and lessons in various learning environments as designated in the lesson plan. Paraprofessionals should expect to spend approximately half of their time in direct student contact
• Coordinates completion of assignments with regular classroom teachers
• Works with students in one-on-one and small group situations to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher
• Assists/completes daily paperwork, i.e. lunch count, grading, student referral slips, various student passes, fills weekly take-home folders, permission slips, and parent notes
• Proctors test taking when requested by teachers
• Assists teachers in locating materials for classroom, and assembles materials for teacher use as directed, including bulletin boards and other displays
• Completes curriculum book inventory
• Completes order forms for classroom curriculum materials and supplies
• Assists the students in recitation, reading, and other curriculum tasks
• Attends pre-job training, on-going training, meetings and seminars as required during the school year in order to remain up to date on job procedures
• Supervises, resolves disciplinary student issues at recess or escorts to principal
• Functions as a monitor during lunch including supervising and dismissing students, making sure lunch area is clean
• Monitors carpool

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Performs other duties as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Must possess or obtain CPR and First Aid certification

EXPERIENCE:
Experience working with children in an educational setting is preferred

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

:

• Completion of Tutor Spalding Training
• Knowledge of TCA operations, laws, rules, regulations, and procedures
• Ability to use telephone, computer, copier, laminator, and other office/classroom support equipment
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to use telephone, computer, copier, and other office/classroom support equipment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors and co-workers
• Ability to be flexible in work demands
• Ability to provide a warm, caring attitude toward students, parents, and staff
• Ability to work well with students and parents from diverse backgrounds and populations
• Ability to tutor students in various academic areas
• Judgment:
  Takes responsibility to make decisions that support TCA's philosophy, policies and procedures, the safety of the students, and the needs of the supervisor. Seeks input on decisions where appropriate
• Teamwork:
  Recognizes all staff as members of the team and…