Special Education Paraprofessional

Paraprofessionals assist classroom teachers with the delivery of instructional services to students. A personal aide also provides non-instructional services such as ambulatory, eating, and toileting assistance necessary for students to safely access the district's facilities and programs.

• Delivers supportive tutoring and educational tasks under the direct guidance of the classroom teacher.
• Supervises students during independent classwork, answering questions and keeping them focused on the assignment.
• Leads review sessions and practice activities to reinforce lessons previously taught by the lead teacher.
• Reads exam questions and records answers for students who require specific testing accommodations under their IEP.
• Implements classroom behavior plans and uses approved management techniques to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Monitors special education students during high-activity transition periods, including recess, lunch, assemblies, and hall movement.
• Assists students with necessary personal and physical care routines, such as ambulatory, eating, or toileting needs.
• Helps the special education teacher manage student progress folders, program paperwork, and instructional material inventories.
• Observes student interactions and promptly updates the teacher regarding any behavioral, social, or safety concerns.

• Retirement
• Board Paid Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Personal Leave

• Background Checks:
  Clearance on all background checks required by law that is satisfactory to the administration.
• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent (GED) and minimum of 36 college hours.
• Certificates:
  Passed the Para Pro Assessment or complete the 20 hour Substitute Certification Course.