Special Education - Paraprofessional, Intense Intervention; Student

Schedule

7.5 hours per day; 188 days per year.

• Completion of at least 48 hours of earned college credit at an institution of higher education, or obtained an Associate’s degree (or higher), or met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal State or local assessment (Para Pro Assessment Test): (a) knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics, or (b) knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, as appropriate.
• Experience working with children; wholesome and understanding attitude toward children; ability to use proper English and communicate well; pleasing personality; willingness to learn and expand general knowledge; ability to take initiative and work independently.
• CPR certification for infants and adults.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License in good standing.
• Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position.

• 3+ years in Intense special education classroom or community agency servicing special populations.
• Willingness to learn and expand general knowledge; ability to take initiative, implement service plans with fidelity, and work independently.

• Must successfully complete the following within the prescribed probationary period:
  Acquire and maintain specialized Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training, including annual recertification;
  Acquire and maintain Trauma Informed Care district continuing education;
  Complete a minimum of 8 additional hours of specified training each year.
• Maintain CPR certification.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Require specialized training in an area needed for serving students with special needs, including the necessity to use de-escalation and therapeutic holds.

• Resume
• Copy of college transcripts or copy of Para Pro test results

$16.26 - $20.69 per hour.