Paraeducator, Special Education Specialized Program Pool

Special Education Para educator – Specialized Program

Under the supervision of the principal and/or assistant principal, and with instruction from a teacher, therapist or assigned staff, the Special Education Para educator, Specialized Programs support and promote student learning and well-being. The Special Education Para educator / Specialized Programs implements plans and programs related to academic, behavior, social and emotional needs of students with individual educational programs (IEPs). The position also performs a variety of instructional and classroom management support, as well as related clerical tasks to support teachers and other professional staff in the classroom and learning environments.

Special Education Para educators - Specialized Programs may have increased physical demands and frequencies with running and/or standing for extended periods of time.

Specialized Programs

Special Education Para educator – Specialized Program positions are found within the following programs at each level:

• Elementary School Level: All regional UL & PL, regional ALS, and regional ED programs
• Middle School Level: All regional ALS, regional ED, and local ALS programs
• High School Level: All regional ALS, regional ED, and local ALS programs
• RECC Level: All MINC and PALS Programs
• Cedar Lane
• Bridges Program

Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent (must scan and upload diploma or official transcript to online application). Education completed outside the United States must be evaluated by an MSDE approved organization. For a list of approved vendors, please .

Additional Requirements for Title I School wide Program Schools

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent and a passing score on the Para Pro Assessment.

or

• 48 college credits or more from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

One (1) years of experience working with students/individuals with disabilities.

The ideal candidate for this role will also possess a combination of the additional qualifications below. If you don't meet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

• Two (2) years of experience working with students/individuals with disabilities.
• Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.

The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

• Works under the direction of a classroom teacher or service provider to provide instructional support for students individually and in small groups.
• Assists classroom teachers or service providers with implementing content-area instruction and lesson plans to reinforce learning in various subject areas and motor activities (e.g., reading, telling stories, spelling, games, art, writing, music, physical education, mathematics, social/communication, community, recreation/leisure, physical activities, etc.).
• Reviews and reinforces classroom lessons and learning experiences by monitoring and providing support to students engaged in independent work or similar activities in academic and non-academic classes.
• In collaboration with the classroom teacher or service provider, implements consistent reinforcement of appropriate student behaviors, proactive strategies to support social-emotional needs of all students, and implements behavior intervention plans (BIPs) to address target behaviors of individual students.
• Supports classroom/ behavior management strategies to help students remain engaged and attentive during activities.
• Provides specified prompts for student engagement and participation during large group activities.
• Informs classroom teacher or service provider to individual student learning needs and progress by data collection and documentation.
• Supports the implementation of Individual Education Programs (IEPs) by collecting data and documentation related to student IEP goals/objectives and academic needs.
• Provides information to assist the teacher in evaluation of the learning process, behavior management programs, individual student needs and progress.
• Assists classroom teacher or service provider in carrying out activities by preparing instructional materials (e.g., manipulatives, making copies, filing, etc.).
• Assists with the set up and operation of assistive technology to support student learning and communication (electronic communicators, switches, pointers, feeders, etc.).
• Attends meetings and professional learning sessions (e.g., first aid, CPR, emergency procedures, behavior management, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
• Assists students with routine personal hygiene care, including but not limited to, bathroom, clothing, toileting, and feeding to support the daily living…