Interim Paraprofessional

Compensation

$16.00 Hourly

Job Description Summary

The application deadline for this position is 11:59pm EST on January 23, 2025.

Santa Fe College's Academy of Science and Technology strives to ensure every student has access to a free, authentic, innovative, and individualized education, one that will help them recognize their potential and reach their goals while bridging high school, college, and career paths.

This position aids students and teachers in instructional and classroom activities. This is an interim appointment that ends on the last day of classes on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. There is no expectation of continued employment beyond this time period. For all the information regarding interim appointments and the terms that govern them, please refer to College Rule 3.9 and 3.9P.

Job Description

Responsibilities and Duties Include:

• Assists with instruction of students with disabilities, as assigned.
  
  
• Provides instructional assistance as planned/coordinated by the teacher, including leading small group activities.
  
  
• Assists the teacher(s) in preparing and adapting materials and equipment for direct instructional activity and to meet the needs of students, including copying, collating, distributing and/or grouping materials.
  
  
• Examines short- and long-term unit plans prepared by the teacher and anticipate the need for specific supplies/materials.
  
  
• Assists with student screening, assessment, supervision and specialized instruction/training which includes management of computer-assisted instruction.
  
  
• Performs selected health procedures for students after completing training which may include administering medication, gastronomy tube feeding, clean intermittent bladder catheterization, or any health procedure specifically recommended by the Health Services Supervisor.
  
  
• Maintains expertise in assigned area by participating in training activities/programs.
  
  
• Maintains the security of records, materials and equipment, and adhere to applicable safety standards.
  
  
• Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly instructional environment, including enforcing classroom rules.
  
  
• Performs assigned clerical and bookkeeping duties, including preparing required reports and maintaining updated and accurate records.
  
  
• Communicates effectively with the public, staff members, students, parents, administrators and other contact persons using tact and good judgement. Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
  
  
• Identifies potential problems or opportunities for improvement, keeping supervisor informed.
  
  
• Adheres to Academy of Science and Technology policies and procedures.
  
  
• Follows attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.
  
  
• Complies with all published College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws/regulations governing public employees, including but not limited to those related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality.
  
  
• Strictly honors the privacy, security, and confidentiality of student records and other sensitive information according to appropriate state, federal, and college regulations, policies, and procedures.
  
  
• Provides service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement.
  
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Reports to: Principal

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: High school diploma or equivalent and 60 semester hours of college credit from an approved accredited educational institution or completed and passed an Educational Testing Service Praxis Parapro Assessment.

Additional Requirements: A criminal background check will be conducted.

Preferred: Prior experience working with middle or high school aged children.

General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment.
  
  
• Adaptability to Change – able to be flexible and supportive, able to positively and proactively assimilate change in rapid growth environment.
  
  
• Communication – able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job.
  
  
• Critical Thinking & Judgement - able to make well-reasoned, sensible, and timely decisions based on careful, objective review and informed analysis of available information, considerations, and other factors.
  
  
• Customer Service – ability to respond promptly and courteously to all questions from students and faculty, demonstrating patience and persistence when helping students with little or no computer skills.
  
  
• Ethics – able to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job-related actions.
  
  
• Organization & Time Management – able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames.
  
  
• Problem Solving – proven skills in identifying issues, determining their cause, developing creative solutions, and following through with implementing resolutions.
  
  
• Detail Oriented - Proven accuracy and attention to detail.
  
  
• Multi-task - Ability to expeditiously organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to swiftly assess a situation, determine a logical course of action, and apply the appropriate response.
  
  

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

Santa Fe College (SF) is committed to maintaining a work and educational environment that embraces diversity and where no member of the college community is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subject to discrimination in any college program or activity based on: their race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, political opinions or affiliations, or veteran status. This commitment applies to employees, volunteers, students, and, to the extent possible, to third parties, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, and the general public. sfcollege.edu/eaeo

Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies or concerns about discrimination or harassment, including concerns about sexual harassment or sexual violence under Title IX, should be directed to: equity.officer@sfcollege.edu

Santa Fe College reserves the right to extend deadlines and/or not to offer advertised positions. Preference will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of veterans.