Paraprofessional - Early Childhood Special Education-repost

paraprofessional - early childhood special education-repost

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position: paraprofessional - early childhood special education-repost

position purpose: under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, the paraprofessional assists students in meeting instructional goals and objectives, supports non‑instructional tasks, and promotes positive adult‑student interactions.

schedule: 7 hours/day, 4 days/week, 38 weeks/year

• assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
• works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises and assessments.
• assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• assists with record‑keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and keep students on task.
• assists students during breakfast/lunch times, helps with bussing and outdoor playground time.
• constructs, copies, distributes and uses educational materials as needed.
• assists the teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education.
• assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement and iep objectives.
• participates in the iep process and serves as a resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed.
• assists students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing participation in school or learning activities.
• follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
• can assist students with personal care and toileting as needed.
• remaining calm under difficult or challenging situations.
• regular, reliable and punctual attendance.

• perform any other related duties as assigned.
• assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration as needed.

note: the above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.

travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

• ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., word, excel).
• ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisors as required.
• effective writing and verbal communication skills.
• ability to work in an economically, culturally and racially diverse environment.

• any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.
• high school diploma or equivalent.
• minimum of an associate degree or equivalent.
• successful completion of college‑level coursework or passing of a state‑approved assessment.
• prior experience working with special‑needs children desirable.

• ada requirements: the physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions…