Paraeducator - Deaf​/Hard of Hearing Program

Para educator - Deaf/Hard of Hearing Program

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This position works directly with Deaf/Hard of Hearing (D/HH) Scholars at Sherwood Forest Elementary School. The para educator will work 3 hours in the D/HH 1st-3rd classroom, and 3 hours in the D/HH 3rd-5th classroom daily. Review the position summary, duties, responsibilities, and minimum qualifications below.

The para educator must be willing to work with deaf/hard of hearing (D/HH) students under the direction of a certified teacher, specialist or principal. Duties include assisting D/HH students in a variety of educational settings including D/HH and mainstream classrooms under the supervision of the D/HH case manager. The type and degree of assistance, communication, and intervention will be directed by the D/HH case manager.

• Assist with the implementation and evaluation of IEP goals and objectives.
• Assist in the daily instruction of the assigned student and other students in group activities.
• Assist in the planning of daily/weekly individual and group lessons based on IEP goals and objectives.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain data to modify IEP and help determine program effectiveness.
• Provide all staff with essential information to meet IEP goals and objectives.
• Assist in developing and implementing behavior plans for the student.
• Assist with the teaching of appropriate daily living skills, including personal hygiene, toileting, feeding, other self-help skills, communication, and classroom routines.
• Assist student with successful transitions such as arrival, dismissal, music, P.E., library, motor activities, lunch, and recess.
• Assist in transferring student, if in a wheelchair, from chair to floor and back, from chair to toilet and back or to special equipment using a Hoyer lift or 1–2 person lift.

• Prepare classroom or instructional materials, as requested
• Perform instructional clerical tasks
• Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with co-workers
• Assist substitute teacher with helpful information pertinent to the classroom

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• And one of the following:
• AA degree, OR
• High school diploma (or equivalent) and 48 college-level semester credits or 72 college-level quarter credits, OR
• High school diploma (or equivalent) and pass the state approved para educator assessment test

• Proficient in basic spelling, math and grammar skills
• Experience or training in language development as it relates to reading instruction, remediation, and assessment

• Experience working with deaf/hard of hearing students

• Pass a criminal background check
• Complete the district's para educator core competency requirements
• Possess and maintain PBIS certificated course
• Complete the FWPS district-approved Right Response training at the advanced level and maintain certification through annual recertification
• Possess and maintain American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR and first aid training
• Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis

• Knowledge of IEPs and assistive listening equipment
• English grammar and spelling; basic math
• Positive behavior interventions;
  Right Response and de-escalation techniques
• Knowledge of School Board Policies
• Ability to use a sign language system in a conversational, non-interpretive manner
• Ability to monitor and care for assistive listening equipment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality; follow district procedures for absences
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, flexibility and commitment to students
• Commit to safety, confidentiality and professional conduct

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The role may involve sitting, standing, walking, lifting up to 50 lbs with assistance, and other physical requirements as described by the district.

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