Paraprofessional Laboratory Assistant (ECSB)

Paraprofessional Laboratory Assistant (ECSB)

REPORTS TO Director of ECSB

PURPOSE The job of Paraeducator Laboratory Assistant is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for organizing, maintaining and providing equipment, and related materials in proper quantities for use in classroom, laboratory experiments; ensuring safety guidelines are applied to materials, classrooms and prep areas; and providing clerical support to teachers and staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

IL Paraprofessional Certificate

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Perform single, technical tasks with potential need to upgrade skills

• Adhere to safety practices and handle hazardous materials

• Operate laboratory equipment, office equipment, and software applications

• Apply basic math (fractions, percents, ratios) and solve practical problems

• Read manuals, write documents, and present information effectively

• Understand safety practices, basic chemistry, lab equipment, and hazardous material procedures

• Apply knowledge of board policy, district, state, and federal regulations/laws

• Schedule activities, gather/collate data, and use job-related equipment

• Work flexibly with others, data, and equipment using defined processes

• Collaborate with diverse individuals and communicate effectively

• Manage detailed information and frequent interruptions

• Meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality

• Identify issues, create action plans, and interpret guidelines independently

• Resolve equipment issues of moderate difficulty

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Acts as a mandated reporter for the purpose of ensuring the safety of the students.

• Assists teachers for the purpose of setting up and breaking down lab experiments.

• Conducts physical inventories for the purpose of verifying stock and identifying losses.

• Distributes instructional materials to classroom labs for the purpose of ensuring availability of equipment for labs and projects.

• Maintains manual and electronic documents, files, and records for the purpose of providing written reference; and/or meeting mandated requirements.

• Maintains equipment, classrooms, and prep areas for the purpose of ensuring a safe, orderly, and sanitary environment.

• Procures supplies for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items for classroom use.

• Researches price and/or availability of lab resources for the purpose of securing required equipment and/or materials within budget.

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

RESPONSIBILITY

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization's services.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

REQUIRED TESTING CERTIFICATES

Job Fit Test

Grammar Test

Technology Test

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 187 day work calendar

SALARY GRADE: P1 on salary schedule

Apply online at: www.niles219.org

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Niles Township High School District 219 is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of District 219 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. District 219 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, color, national origin, religion, age, or handicap.