Instruction Paraprofessional 2 - Macon RYDC - Macon, GA (NSC)

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Job Title: Instruction Paraprofessional 2 - Macon RYDC - Macon, GA (NSC)Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice Job Requisition ID: JR0000002385Shift: Any (United States of America)Compensation Details: $ 30, 000 (ANNUAL SALARY) Job Description: Under general supervision, assists instructor/teacher with providing education and/or training to students. Prepares instructional materials and maintains order and cleanliness in the learning environment. Plans and conducts child development activities. Monitors and supervises various classroom functions.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists in presenting subject matter

• Assists instructor/teacher in maintaining an effective learning environment

• Assists students with meeting and maintaining individual physical needs

• Completes documentation of student progress

• Distributes teaching materials

• Keeps records of daily observations and information about activities

• Observes and evaluates individual children

• Operates duplicating machines and other equipment as needed to produce or reproduce program related materials

• Prepares lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations

• Request and maintain assigned classroom supplies, materials and equipment

• Sanitizes toys and play equipment

• Tutors and assists individually or in small groups to reinforce learning concepts

Entry Qualifications:

• High School diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience working in an instructional/childcare setting;
• Or one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Instruction Paraprofessional 1 (EDS010) or position equivalent.

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit https://djj.georgia.gov/Online-Applications/employee-benefits

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DJJ IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience working in an instructional/childcare setting; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Instruction Paraprofessional 1 (EDS010) or position equivalent. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.