Lumen Christi Catholic School, a high performing exemplary suburban school, is seeking applications for a paraprofessional for the 2025-2026 school year to work with 6th-8th grade.

JOB PURPOSE:
To provide support to students so teachers can optimize classroom instructional and learning time.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:
Assist teacher during whole group instruction by moving throughout the classroom to check for understanding from the students and ensure students are maintaining on-task behavior
Conduct daily instruction to reinforce content initially introduced by the teacher with students one-on-one or in small group; with emphasis on literacy and math as assigned
Participate in classroom planning through preparation for, and at times, creation of lessons and assessments
Provide the lead teacher with input when the teacher is preparing to meet with parent(s)/guardian(s) regarding student academic progress and behavior
Supervise students; this may include, but is not limited to, during specials (Art, Music, Physical Education, ACES, and Spanish), start-of-day/end-of-day activities, meals, recess, bathroom breaks, during Mass or other religious activities, or on field trips, as assigned
Assume classroom leadership responsibilities when a teacher is absent as assigned
Works with the instructional staff to prepare for classroom activities.
Assists in developing special strategies for reinforcing materials or skills based upon an understanding of individual students, their needs, interest, and abilities.
Checks notebooks, corrects papers, take notes and supervises testing and make-up work to assist students.
Maintains impeccable communication and rapport with staff and parents under the direction of the teacher.
All other duties assigned by authorized personnel and/or supervisor.