Special Education Paraprofessional​/Compass

Paraprofessional/Compass Group Leader

Hours per day: 3.25 hours Para/3-3.5 hours Compass Group Leader (9:30-5:00 pm (Approximate time) 1:30-2:00 Lunch)

Essential Functions

Assist classroom teacher with student by guiding and reinforcing lessons; explain instructions and assignments to students one-on-one or in small groups; give make-up tests and quizzes; collect and maintain data as directed by the teacher; assist classroom teacher with preparatory materials.

Assist in supporting classroom discipline; assist in implementing behavior management programs; assist with crisis intervention which may include physical restraints;

Assist the classroom teacher with student's IEP (Individual Education Plan) which may include swimming and adaptive physical education; assist with physical elements of hygiene, toileting, occupational therapy, feeding, clothing, diapering and transfers.

Supervise and monitor students on bus and playground, in study hall, locker room, lunchroom and hallways; inform teacher and/or principal of discipline problems; handle minor discipline situations according to district discipline guidelines; assist with behaviors and student needs during bus transportation of students.

Maintain communication with teacher regarding schedules, student progress and problem solving on a daily basis.

This position does not require a license, however, some of our paraprofessional positions require candidates to be considered "highly qualified" under the Code of Federal Regulations.

This status requires:
1) At least two years of college credits through an accredited institution of higher education; or
2) An associate's or higher degree; or
3) A passing score on a valid and reliable formal assessment demonstrating the knowledge and ability to assist with instruction in reading/language arts, writing, mathematics or readiness for each.

Attend meetings and in-services as requested.

Paraprofessional Compensation: $21.70 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

Compass Group Leader

Essential Functions:

• Provide participants with the appropriate leadership during the program.
• Follow and plan activities that incorporate program goals into the daily routine.
• Provide a warm and caring atmosphere for participants.
• Communicate with colleagues and parents as needed.
• Maintain a safe environment for participants.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Responsible for all activity and room preparations for the group.

Salary Range:

$17.34-$18.05

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Choose from 3 plan offerings
• District contribution as noted in Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Dental Insurance
• District contribution as noted in Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid leave as noted in the Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Group Life Insurance paid for by the District
• Long-Term Disability
• Employees are required to enroll and pay for this benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• No cost to employees
• Voluntary Benefits (Employee-Paid):
• Voluntary Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Vision insurance
• Pet insurance
• Aflac offerings:
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Accident
• Ben Extend