Paraprofessional Special Education- Resource

Special Education Assistant

Assist the Special Education teacher with classroom activities specifically designed to meet the individual needs of students. Requirements include an Associates of Arts degree or two years of post secondary education (60 credit hours) from an accredited college/university or proof of passing score on Para Pro Test, a valid Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, Immunization Record (MMR) and Tuberculosis (TB Test).

Responsibilities include presenting skills reinforcements or guiding independent study activities to individuals or small groups of students as directed by the teacher; familiarizing self with instructional materials to be used and learning how to use them properly; maintaining a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students; performing duties or requirements that are outlined in a students Individual Education Plan (IEP);

and performing other job-related duties as assigned by the Principal/Administrator of Special Programs.

Terms of employment are ten-month, full time position, beginning salary Grade 3 on the Classified Salary Schedule. Employee benefits in accordance with Board policies.