Special Ed. Paraprofessional

Special Ed. Paraprofessional

Hmong College Prep Academy's mission is to provide the best integrated, challenging, and well-rounded educational experience to students in grades K-12. If you want to make a difference as part of a dynamic educational community, we invite you to apply to join our team at Hmong College Prep Academy where graduates will be rich in experiences, culture, knowledge and pride, and will be ready for the challenges of college and beyond.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and energetic Special Ed. Paraprofessional to join our growing school. This Special Ed. Paraprofessional will support the classroom teachers and advance the HCPA's educational programs: to create a classroom environment that is conducive to teaching, learning, and personal growth for students in accordance with each faculty members and student's ability and to base one's assistance to the classroom teacher on the premise that all children can learn and will learn to their highest potential.

They will build rapport and establish good relationships with students, parents, staff members and the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavior and academic support for students as directed by teacher/case manager related to IEP goals, objectives, and behavioral plans
• Supervise students during non-instructional times (e.g. lunch, recess, field trips, and other activities), including escorting and assisting students to and from class(es)
• Adapt instructional materials, equipment, and/or strategies as directed to accomplish the instructional objectives and meet student needs
• Reinforce instructional material(s), working with students on assignments, providing supplemental tutoring, guided practice, and other instructionally-relevant activities as directed by teacher/case manager
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as indicated in the student's IEP or other formal supports as needed throughout the academic day
• Collaborate and provide academic and behavior data regarding, but not limited to, student progress, observations, needs, issues, behaviors
• Participate and/or provide input for student-related meetings as requested
• Use information provided during professional development and training sessions (when applicable) to strengthen instruction by incorporating appropriate strategies in group activities under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Evaluate one's own instructional effectiveness; adjust methods of supporting student learning
• Assist students to use all technologies in the school enhance teaching/learning.
• Assist classroom teachers in use of family and community resources to support the classroom instructional process.
• Support teachers to collaborate with parents, community, and business organizations with all aspects relating to the College Prep (CP) program and other academic programs.
• Assist leadership team in ongoing marketing campaign: develop school flyers and marketing materials for student recruitment
• Collaborate with General Education to adjust classroom instruction to meet the needs of Special Education students (i.e. ELL strategies, best practices, enriched visual classroom environment).
• Assist in riding special education transportation vehicles to monitor and support student behavior as well as those with physical limitations.

Accountabilities

• Supports school goals and objectives consistent with the vision, mission, and values of HCPA.
• Participates in creating a culture of excellence, teamwork and collaboration amongst the staff, teachers, students, and families; a culture that is positive, open to the views of others, and uses social skills to resolve conflicts.
• Establishes and maintains effective and cooperative relationships with students, parents, teachers, and other school staff.
• Responds appropriately and promptly to parent, student, and staff member needs.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting.

Engagement Activities

HCPA activities. These events take place outside of the traditional school day. Hourly employees may select the activities that fit best with their interests. These activities may include open houses, school dances, prom, concerts, Fall and Spring Parent /Teacher Conferences, etc. Hourly employees should sign-up via Sign-up Genius. Please note that any work over 40 hours must be approved by the Designated Admin.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• To work as an instructional paraprofessional in a program using Title I, Part A funds, the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) requires:
• At least two years of college credits (usually 60 credits in Minnesota) through an accredited institution of higher education; or
• an associate's or higher degree; or
• a passing score on a valid and reliable formal assessment (see "Paraprofessional Assessments" below) demonstrating the knowledge and ability to assist with instruction in reading/language arts, writing, mathematics or readiness for each.
• The Para Pro Assessment is available at multiple test centers or remotely with an at-home…