R277-324-5. Requirements for Paraprofessionals in Title I Schoolwide and Targeted Assistance Programs

(1) A paraprofessional hired to work in Title I schoolwide or targeted assistance programs supported by Title I funds shall be a high school graduate or equivalent and shall meet at least one of the following requirements: (a) complete at least two years, or a minimum of 48 semester hours, at an accredited higher education institution; (b) obtain an associate, or higher, degree from an accredited higher education institution; or (c) satisfy a rigorous Board approved assessment that demonstrates: (i) knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics; or (ii) knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate. (2) A paraprofessional shall satisfactorily complete a criminal background check consistent with Section 53G-11-402 and Rule R277-316.