Westover Magnet School: Special Education Paraeducator - ASD Program

Westover Magnet School:
Special Education Para educator - ASD Program

Date Available:

School Year

Union:
Paraeducators of Stamford Association, Inc./UPSEU

Compensation:
Per Para educator Contract Wage Schedule III.

To serve as an integral member of the student support team to provide services to students in accordance with the goals/objectives identified by the Individual Education Plan (IEP) in programs for students in specialized programs, including those with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), with the overarching goal of promoting student independence and autonomy.

This program is specifically designed for students who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Students enrolled in this class have difficulties with behavior, social skills, and learning in a general education setting. The ASD classrooms focus on delivering instruction while utilizing ABA methodology with BCBA supervision. Classrooms have at least one teacher and four para educators. Learning is occurring in small groups, with individual instruction as well.

Data is taken to drive educational decision making. Related services can include BCBA, speech therapy, social skills, occupational therapy, and physical therapy.