SpEd Paraprofessional SSN - SY

Position: SpEd Paraprofessional - Significant Support Needs (SSN) - 25.26 SY Only
* Reports consistently for work as scheduled
* Performs other duties as assigned
* Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
* Obtains and maintains certifications necessary to support students with special needs
* Performs tasks for student(s) such as meal preparation, feeding, and lunch clean-up which involves implementing communication, oral motor, sensory integration, and physical IEP goals
* Carries out instructional programs and lessons in various learning environments as designated in the lesson plan
* Under supervision of a teacher, works with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher
* Assists the student(s) with medical tasks such as: dispensing medication, tube feeding, catheterization, toileting, diapering, suctioning, and may require exposure to blood, vomit, and infectious disease control
* Cleans/disinfects regurgitation, blood, and urine
* Works with confidential special education student information
* Maneuvers and secures wheelchairs
* Provides initial first aid/emergency care
* Accompanies the student(s) assigned with physical tasks such as putting on and taking off of outerwear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory, and so on
* Carries out programming using physical therapy support equipment
* Sanitizes equipment/materials
* Monitors behavior contracts and reward systems for students
* Trained and able to perform behavioral management through Nonviolent Crisis Intervention techniques when appropriate
* Assists with non-standardized testing of students
* Develops and implements games and teaching aids
* Tutors students in various subject areas
* Assists students in preparation, production, and maintenance of materials and equipment as assigned
* Coordinates completion of assignments and/or job tasks with classroom teachers and/or employers
* Works with students in one-to-one/group situations
* Assists students in finding materials and books in library
* Conducts story time for students
* Monitors students during recess, hall duty, passing periods, and/or loading of buses
* Supervises students in the use of various programs on the computer
* Supervises swimming pool, weight room, and/or therapy pool
* Assists the student(s) in recitation, reading, and other curriculum tasks
* Accompanies and assists the student(s) while in the classroom setting
* Attends pre-job training, ongoing training, and meetings as required during the school year in order to remain up-to-date of job procedures
* Assist students in community-based settings
* Serves as a resource person to the student personnel evaluation team concerning an assigned student as needed
* Works with teachers to integrate assisted technology into classrooms
* Maintains student files updating information as appropriate
* Maintains, orders, and organizes inventory of materials and equipment for effective operation of program
* Collects data for assessment and monitoring purposes
* Completes daily paperwork (i.e. attendance reports, detention slips, student referral slips, various student passes, physical therapy charts, etc.)
* Performs miscellaneous clerical duties and assists other staff members
* Laminates all material as needed
* Prepares bulletin boards for parents and programs
* Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systems
* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
* Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems
* Ability to establish and maintain accurate record keeping, document management, and filing systems
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
* Ability to follow oral and written instructions
* Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner
* Ability to maintain confidentiality
* Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
* Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
* Ability to work independently without direct supervision
* Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
* Communicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings
* Computer proficiency including office productivity applications
* Considerable knowledge of policies, procedures, and overall district functions
* Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
* Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting
* Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
* Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills
* Detail-oriented
* Energetic, creative, innovative,…