Special Education Para Educator​/Substitutes

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• The ability to provide instruction to students under the direct supervision of the special education teacher;
• The ability to keep accurate records of instructional information;
• The ability to work with and take direction from the classroom teacher;
• The ability to work as a part of a team;
• The ability to correct paperwork and to instruct students in small groups;
• The ability to implement behavioral intervention programs as outlined by the classroom teacher;
• The ability to assist with specialized personal needs of students;
• The ability to work independently;
  Two years of college coursework or passing competency test within first month of employment.

• The ability to provide instruction to students under the direct supervision of the special education teacher;
• The ability to keep accurate records of instructional information;
• The ability to work with and take direction from the classroom teacher;
• The ability to work as a part of a team;
• The ability to correct paperwork and to instruct students in small groups;
• The ability to implement behavioral intervention programs as outlined by the classroom teacher;
• The ability to assist with specialized personal needs of students;
• The ability to work independently;
  Two years of college coursework or passing competency test within first month of employment.

• Frequently lift a minimum of 40 lbs.
• Must be able to frequently transfer students from wheelchair to alternate location such as floor, commode, stander, classroom chair
• Frequently push wheelchairs with students who weigh 100 lbs. or more;
• Daily exposure to outside conditions during outdoor recess/gym activities;
• Assist with loading and unloading of students on buses;
• On a regular and consistent basis stand for long periods of time
• Frequently walk, kneel, bend and squat
• Assist students with toileting;
• Feed or help students feed themselves;
• Occasionally must be able to run/sprint in order to protect the physical safety of students under your care;
• Daily sanitation of room and equipment;
• Assist in student’s educational plan including development and implementation of instruction program;
• Understand and be aware of medical needs of students and be able to react appropriately and quickly in emergency, medical situations;
• Manage required forms and records;
• Multi-task, make quick decisions, and work as a cohesive member of a team;
• Assist with behavior management programs and techniques;
• Daily participate in bowling and/or swimming program. (MS and HS only)

LOCATION: Various Locations

EMPLOYMENT: Various Hours; 5 days/wk.; 10-months per school year

SALARY: $16.78/hr Special Ed Para; $105.00/day Sub Special Ed Para

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled