Paraprofessional-Special Education

Position Summary

The role of a Special Education Paraprofessional is essential for creating a structured and effective learning environment for special education students from Pre-K through K12. Paraprofessionals support the delivery of specialized instructional programs and help students utilize available resources to enhance their learning experience. Depending on the needs of the classroom and teachers, they may work in various settings including classrooms, offices, and media centers, and they might assist students individually or in groups.

This position adapts to diverse educational needs, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive in their educational journey.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Paraprofessional - Special Education

DIVISION:
Assigned Location

GRADE: 5

DEPARTMENT:
Assigned School

WORK DAY: 190

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal

FLSA STATUS:
Non Exempt

JOB CLASS: 4362,

GROUP:
Classified

The role of a Special Education Paraprofessional is essential for creating a structured and effective learning environment for special education students from Pre-K through K12. Paraprofessionals support the delivery of specialized instructional programs and help students utilize available resources to enhance their learning experience. Depending on the needs of the classroom and teachers, they may work in various settings including classrooms, offices, and media centers, and they might assist students individually or in groups.

This position adapts to diverse educational needs, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive in their educational journey.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Certification/Licensing:
  Paraprofessional license OR have passed the paraprofessional assessment
• Maintains all licenses and certifications
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint
• Background Clearance
• Work Experience:
  
  At least 21 years of age (Individuals who have a minimum credit hours and hold an Associate Degree or higher teaching credential do not have to meet the minimum 21 years of age requirement)

Skills-based

Competencies:

Ability to operate standard office equipment and software, prepare and maintain accurate records, adhere to safety practices, administer first aid and/or prescribed medications, apply physical restraint practices, and promote activities and events.

Knowledge-based

Competencies:

Ability to perform basic math, read manuals, write documents, present information, and follow complex instructions. Knowledge includes grammar and punctuation, child development, learning styles, age-appropriate activities, instructional media and technology, cultural differences, health standards, codes/laws/regulations, methods of instruction, and school safety practices.

Ability-based

Competencies:

Ability to schedule activities, gather data, work with diverse individuals, manage data and equipment, maintain confidentiality, set priorities, work in teams, adapt to changing priorities, and communicate with diverse groups.

• Administers achievement and diagnostics tests as directed by the teacher for the purpose of supporting the instructional process.
• Assists students, individually or in small groups, with lesson assignments and training for accomplishing daily tasks for the purpose of reinforcing learning concepts and helping students reach academic goals.
• Implements independent study, enrichment work, remedial work, and daily self-care activities for the purpose of reinforcing learning concepts.
• Maintains classroom equipment, supplies, and learning aids for the purpose of ensuring availability and a safe learning environment.
• Monitors students in a variety of settings for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate personnel.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving safety concerns.
• Supports classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting in the implementation of appropriate behavior, curriculum, and teaching methodologies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

The Physical Abilities and Other Conditions of Continued Employment are representative and not exhaustive. The district encourages applicants with disabilities to contact Human Resources for reasonable accommodations. Typical considerations include vision, hearing, speech, upper body mobility, strength, environmental and mental requirements. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 40% walking, and 50% standing.

It is the policy of the Clarke County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, religion, disability or any other legally protected status in its educational…