Paraeducator - Deaf​/Hard of Hearing Student - Functional Core Class

Para educator - Deaf/Hard of Hearing Student 1:1 - Functional Core Class

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WORKING WITH A DEAF/HARD STUDENT IN A FUNCTIONAL CORE CLASSROOM

POSITION SUMMARY:

The para educator in this position must be willing to work 1:1 with a deaf/hard of hearing (D/HH) student under the direction of a certified teacher, specialist or principal. The D/HH para educator’s duties include assisting a D/HH student in a variety of educational settings including D/HH and mainstream classrooms under the supervision of the deaf and hard of hearing case manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• 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 (i.e., Stander, special chair, etc.) using either a Hoyer lift or 1 – 2 person lift.

Other Responsibilities

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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

Additional Requirements

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with deaf/hard of hearing students

Condition Of Employment

• Pass a criminal background check
• Complete the district's para educator core competency requirements
• Possess and maintain Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) certificated course
• Successfully complete the FWPS district-approved Right Response training at the advanced level at the next available time; maintain current certification at the advanced level through an annual recertification class
• Possess and maintain American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR and first aid training
• Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis

Knowledge Of

• Individual education plans (IEPs)
• Assistive listening equipment (personal hearing aids, cochlear implants, FM systems, sound field systems)
• English grammar and spelling
• Basic math
• Positive behavior interventions
• Right Response and de-escalation techniques
• School Board Policies

Ability To

• Use a sign language system in a non-interpretive manner at a conversational level
• Assist with the monitoring and care of Assistive listening equipment (personal hearing aids, cochlear implants, FM systems, sound field systems)
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of modern technology and willingness and ability to increase knowledge to proficiency
• Work independently and work collaboratively with others fostering a team approach whenever appropriate.
• Maintain a good work attendance record, be punctual, and follow District procedures for reporting all absences.
• Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines.
• Develop and maintain positive relations with staff and service providers
• Follow written and…