Jackson Special Education Paraprofessional

Job Title:

Special Education Paraprofessional Application Notice

When applying for this position, please note that if you are recommended for hire, you will be required to apply for Tier 1 certification prior to the start of employment. The certification fee is $12.00 and is paid directly to the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Norman Public Schools personnel will provide detailed instructions during the employee processing phase.

(Applicant must meet at least one of the following):

• Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education (minimum of 48 hours of college coursework); or
• Obtained an associate's degree (or higher); or
• Taken and passed the Work Keys, Para Pro, or Oklahoma General Education Test (OGET).

An Oklahoma Special Education Paraprofessional Certificate is also requiredor a willingness to complete the Tier 2 (Special Education) Paraprofessional Requirements and obtain the Oklahoma Special Education Paraprofessional Certificate within 120 days of employment.

Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination.

An OSBI background check must be completed every five years to remain in compliance. The cost of the background check is the responsibility of the employee. Failure to complete the required background check may impact your employment status.

(All of the following must be completed within 120 days of employment to obtain and maintain certification.)

Once completed, you will need to apply for Tier 2 certification. The certification fee is $12.00 and is paid directly to the Oklahoma State Department of Education.

• Complete the Oklahoma Special Education Paraprofessional Training at a Career Tech Center, state-approved LEA training, or training modules in PEPPER.
• Complete and maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
• Complete training in Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Complete an additional six (6) hours of professional development in Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogens each school year following initial certification.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• College coursework is preferred and may assist in meeting Tier 1 Paraprofessional Requirements.

• Must meet Tier 1 Paraprofessional Requirements.
• Previous work or volunteer experience with children, teenagers, or clerical duties preferred.

Reports to: Building Principal

Contract: 175 Days

Salary

Schedule:

Teacher's Assistant

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

• Assist with instruction and activities for individuals or groups as assigned by the teacher.
• Supervise students in instructional settings, off-campus activities, and non-instructional activities (recess, assemblies, drills, lunch periods, etc.).
• Supervise students in the teacher's absence.
• Prepare, create, or adapt instructional materials and teaching aids as directed.
• Assist students with assignments and help set up or operate instructional equipment.
• Serve as the main point of contact for substitute teachers.
• Assist teachers with student behavior management and respond appropriately to student needs.
• Alert the teacher to any special needs of students.
• Provide assistance with external feedings (e.g., feeding tubes) or personal care (e.g., toileting, catheterization, diaper changes) as needed.
• Assist students with boarding or exiting transportation and supervise before or after transport as needed.