ESS Special Education Paraprofessional - Rockdale

ESS Special Education Paraprofessional - Rockdale County

You will assist the teacher in the achievement of learning objectives by working with individual students and/or small groups to present or reinforce learning concepts.

• Ability to work effectively in the classroom with students and teacher, creating a positive learning environment.

• General computer proficiency.

• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents. Bilingual preferred for ESOL position.

• Knowledge of first aid techniques.

• Physical demands – must be able to stand and walk the majority of the day; lift and carry twenty (20) to thirty (30) pounds frequently, and up to sixty (60) pounds occasionally; push or pull same amounts frequently. Job also requires frequent bending, stooping, and crawling.

JOB DUTIES:

• Is present at work every day and arrives at assigned time.
• Demonstrates an attitude and demeanor that contributes to an atmosphere of harmony and goodwill in the workplace.
• Works with individual students and/or groups of students to positively reinforce materials/concepts introduced by the teacher.
• Guides independent study, small groups, enrichment work, and remedial work arranged by the teacher. Assists teacher with implementation of lesson plans.
• Assists with the preparation of materials for instruction, including the copying/duplicating of materials, construction of display/bulletin boards, learning centers, manipulatives, and other teaching aids.
• Assists teacher by performing necessary clerical tasks and routine record keeping.
• Assists with supervision of students, to include the maintenance of order in the classroom, library, halls, lunchroom, and school grounds. Supervises class when necessary.
• Assists teacher by setting up AV equipment for classroom use and assists with classroom housekeeping.
• Administers and grades examinations, and other work when applicable.
• Uses appropriate behavior management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Attends approved training sessions, staff development activities, and required meetings.
• Assists with special needs of students, i.e., sickness, first aid, absenteeism, and emotional needs.
• Provides support for special education inclusion students as indicated on IEP.
• Assists in safeguarding confidential materials.
• Adheres to all health and safety policies and procedures.
• Complies with all requirements for mandatory reporting of child abuse, illegal harassment, or any criminal activity for which the employee becomes aware.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

PBIS - ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Serves students and staff by monitoring ISS classroom and initiates parent contact if improper behavior occurs in the ISS classroom.
• Assists students with work assignments sent by classroom teachers and models appropriate positive behavior.
• Serves as a member of the school-level PBIS Team and demonstrates an understanding of the PBIS Framework.
• Assists the PBIS Coach with implementing a positive behavior action plan to address inappropriate behaviors.
• Collaborates with school counselor, P&I specialist, and other support personnel to identify and develop behavior interventions to include in the student’s behavior action plan.
• Enters discipline referrals in the student information system and assists with development of discipline reports for PBIS Team meetings.

ESOL - ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Assists students with testing as directed by ESOL teacher - using appropriate methods, procedures, and protocol.
• Interprets for school administrators, counselors, and teachers at conferences and IEP meetings.
• Translates school forms, school letters/newsletters as needed.
• Makes phone calls regarding transportation issues as needed.
• Interprets for parents, as needed. Assists with parent contacts, as directed by the ESOL teacher.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven competency-based training in appropriate medical techniques and problem management; pediatric/adolescent CPR training required.
• Physical demands – lift and carry students up to a weight of 40 pounds without assistance and perform a two-person lift for over 40 pounds; be able to push/pull 20 to 100 pounds.
• Provides individual assistance to students in…