Paraprofessional​/Pupil Support Assistant, Special Education

Paraprofessional/Pupil Support Assistant, Special Education

POSITION PURPOSE

Paraprofessionals in ISD 200 empower students to achieve their best by supporting them academically, emotionally and behaviorally to maximize their learning experience.

Location & Position:

Pinecrest Elementary School - LEAP Program (Setting 3 ASD/DCD Center based Classroom)

Hours

• 6.25 hours/day (plus 30 minute unpaid lunch) for the  school year. (Hours anticipated to be 5.75 beginning  school year)
• Start and end times vary based on location and student need
• Student contact days only

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Assisting the licensed teacher in providing instructional reinforcement, accommodations and managing student educational progress in the classroom
• Assist with data collection and behavior management techniques to ensure student success
• Assist and support student learning with academics, social/emotional needs, and interpersonal skills
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including toileting, feeding, dressing, as needed
• Assist special education teacher in implementing district policies and procedures including but not limited to emergency procedures, data collection, positive behavior supports and non-violent crisis intervention as directed
• Reinforce instruction through small group or individual activities
• Ability to be flexible with schedule changes, student assignments, behavior regulation
• Supervising and assisting students during lunch, arrival/departure from school, and other daily needs
• Maintain a high level of respect, equity for all and confidentiality of information regarding students, staff and families
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the following requirements:
• at least two years of qualifying college credits (usually 60 credits in Minnesota) through an accredited institution of higher education, or;
• an associates or higher degree, with qualifying course work, or;
• a passing score on a valid and reliable formal assessment.
• Proficient in oral and written communication skills
• Ability to follow program direction as provided by teachers and administrators
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in weight and support students with activities of daily living
• Proficient in organizational skills
• Ability to be punctual in reporting to work and for assigned duties during the day

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

• Starting pay: $20.96 per hour;
  Paraprofessional Master Agreement on District website for more details.
• Benefits are listed in the Paraprofessional Master Agreement
• Paid Holidays and time off

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If you have questions, contact Marcia Walker, Special Education Supervisor
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