Para , ESE, PEEPS, VPK

Job Summary

The Paraprofessional 1, Exceptional Student Education (ESE), will assist the school staff in the care and management of enrolled students while they are in school. Duties are performed under the direction of the teacher and supervised by the principal, who evaluates performance through observation of work, critiques, and/or records and reports.

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.

• Adhere to the daily schedule and assignments.
• Assist the teacher with transported students in getting them on and off the bus safely at the school site.
• Assist students with any personal hygiene needs (e.g., toileting, diapering, laundering, bathing, and dressing) as directed by the teacher.
• Lift, carry, and position students in the classroom, in therapy, and in other areas, as trained.
• Prepare meals, including blending, chopping, etc., of food and feed students as directed by the teacher.
• Assist students with first aid as needed.
• Perform duties related to the use of medical equipment and implementation of procedures needed by students (e.g., tube feeding, catheterizations) as trained.
• Provide care, well‑being, and supervision of students with disabilities under the direction of the teacher.
• Position students in and out of wheelchairs and other medical equipment as trained.
• Report all necessary student information to teachers.
• Participate in in‑service and professional development activities.
• Establish and maintain positive, professional communication among students, staff, and parents, as applicable, per the direction of the teacher.
• Assist with the implementation of the classroom management system under the direction of the teacher.
• Assist with the implementation and use of sign language or augmented communication systems related to the student’s communication needs under the direction of the teacher.
• Implement instructional activities such as reading aloud, small‑group subject lessons, art activities, music activities, cooking, etc., under the direction of the teacher.
• Perform light custodial duties that relate to the safety and hygiene in the classroom and other environments accessed by the student under the direction of the teacher.
• Assist students with community‑based instruction and training, both on and off campus under the direction of the teacher.
• Supervise student behavior using positive behavior supports and interventions in the classroom, lunchroom, on school grounds, and at off‑campus activities under the direction of the teacher.
• Participate in parent involvement activities that may include conferences under the direction of the teacher.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

• Adaptability:
  Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, accepts criticism and feedback, and changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Cooperation:
  Establishes and maintains effective relations, exhibits tact and consideration, displays a positive outlook and pleasant manner, offers assistance and support to co‑workers, works cooperatively in group situations, and works actively to resolve conflicts.
• Dependability:
  Responds to requests for service and assistance, follows instructions and responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions, and meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Job Knowledge:
  Competent in required job skills and knowledge, exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills, keeps abreast of current developments, requires minimal supervision, displays understanding of how the job relates to others, and uses resources effectively.
• Safety & Security:
  Observes safety and security procedures, determines appropriate action beyond guidelines, uses equipment and materials properly, and reports potentially unsafe conditions.

School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.
The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

• Althea Walker
• 901 East Kennedy Boulevard
• Tampa, Florida 33602
• Phone: 813‑840‑7167
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