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Position Type: Substitute/Preschool Paraprofessional Substitute Date Posted: 8/7/2023 Location: Tanque Verde Preschool   Additional Information: Show/Hide Paraprofessional Substitute applications are open and continuous for Tanque Verde Preschool. In order to be considered, applicant must meet all requirements as determined by licensing. Minimum Qualifications: * 18 years old * High School Diploma or equivalent * At least 6 months experience in birth to age 8 * Valid AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card * TB test Examples of Duties: * Discusses assigned teaching area with classroom teacher to coordinate instructional efforts. * Assists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts under the guidance of the teacher. * Provides instruction for a number of students, utilizing a variety of methods and techniques such as lecture, discussion, and supervised role-playing , under the guidance of the teacher. * Makes adaptations to material and instructions under the guidance of the teacher. * Ensure safety of the student and be aware of and attentive to the medical needs of the student. * Escorts special need students and relieve other aides for breaks. * Monitors digestive process in students to ensure there is no choking. * Assist students in toileting needs. * Provide diapering of students as needed. * Performs data collection as directed. * Monitors students and advises on appropriate behavior. * Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. * May feed students meals, snacks, and drinks. * Monitor digestive process in students to ensure there is no choking. * Provide restraint on an as-needed basis may be required. * May perform other related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Knowledge of CPR and first aid techniques. * Skill in developing activities to enhance child development. * Skill in working with children. * Ability to read and interpret important documents such as reference manuals, etc. * Ability to write correspondence that is grammatically correct. * Ability to maintain composure and to manage stressful situations. * Ability to calculate figures and perform mathematical applications such as discounts, proportions, percentages, etc. * Ability to work effectively on a computer in word processing and database management environments. * Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. * Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. * Ability to communicate effectively.