Teacher's Assistant (Paraprofessional)-DSA ES SOKC

A Pre-kindergarten teacher assistant's job description includes a variety of tasks, such as:

• Having 48 college credit hours -or- Paraprofessional Certificate from Oklahoma State Board of Education -or- take and Pass the Paraprofessional Test with at least a Bronze Level
• Classroom preparation :  Setting up the classroom for lessons, helping with materials, and keeping the classroom clean and organized
• Student support :  Working with individual students and small groups, helping with special needs, and monitoring behavior
• Lesson planning :  Assisting with planning and implementing lesson plans and activities
• Classroom management :  Helping to maintain order in the classroom, and intervening when necessary
• Communication :  Communicating with the teacher about student needs, and attending meetings
• Professionalism :  Displaying ethical and professional behavior, and protecting student confidentiality
• School participation :  Participating in school activities, such as parent nights and home visits
• Meal preparation :  Helping with meal preparation, including ordering food, cutting fruit and vegetables, and setting the table
• Cleaning :  Assisting with basic cleaning duties, such as dusting, washing equipment, and cleaning painting boards