OVERVIEW

To assist, under direct supervision of certified teachers and specialists, in the monitoring and instruction of special education students implementing the Individual Education Plans; to assist students in performing their academic, daily living and health care activities; to relieve teacher of routine clerical tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS

Associate’s Degree or 60 college credit hours required at time of hire OR pass the ParaPro Test provided by the district
Ability and willingness to work with special education students who may require specialized instruction to meet academic, social, and behavior goals
Ability to work well with students, staff and parents; good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work well in stressful situations
Computer proficiency to include use of basic software applications (Word, Excel, etc)
Ability to operate standard office equipment
Ability to organize and prioritize and to follow classroom guidelines as put forth by classroom teacher
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Deliver, under teacher’s direction, classroom work/homework and/or reinforce classroom objectives, tutoring and guided practice
Assist the development of instructional materials and maintenance of classroom
Assist in the collection of data on academic and behavior goals as instructed
Implement positive behavior intervention plans for students who display challenging behaviors including verbal and physical aggression
Respond to problem behaviors according to the student’s positive behavior intervention plan and district crisis intervention policy
Transfer and/or lift non-ambulatory students to assist them in the performance of their daily activities
Assist students with personal hygiene to provide for and/or develop students’ daily living activities and behavioral skills
May be occasionally required to assist students who need support in addressing personal care needs due to a severe medical condition and/or physical limitations (i.e. toileting, feeding, dressing suctioning, etc) to ensure their functioning in a school environment
Accompany students as they transition across campus
Monitor individual and/or small student groups in classroom and/or on the playground to maintain a safe and positive learning environment; facilitate social peer interactions
Maintain classroom and student equipment to ensure a safe environment
Model professional, safe, responsible and respectful behavior
Perform general clerical tasks to support the teacher in the maintenance of student files and to provide classroom materials
Participate in various meetings to share information and/or improve one’s skills and/or knowledge
Regular and on-time attendance required
Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
May lift, pull, push or carry
May stand for a prolonged period of time
May move light weight furniture
May be exposed to outdoor elements
May require strength to push/pull 30-35 lbs
May require physical intervention for students experiencing behavioral difficulties
Physical demands may require assistance from other personnel