Full-Time Paraprofessional - 7.5 Hours Per Day

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Job Description:

This position requires an associate degree or high school diploma/GED along with successfully passing the Master Teacher Test (if less than 45 college credits). The candidate must be willing to participate in ongoing professional development. Ability to operate standard office equipment (computer, copier, etc.) is required. Preferred is at least 1 year experience working with children with disabilities. The candidate should be able to closely work with a student's specialized needs, using patience, assist with toileting needs, and have a high tolerance for frustration and flexibility within challenging environments.

Effective written and verbal communication skills to interact with teachers, students, parents, and supervisors are essential. The ability to take initiative to creatively solve problems and to participate and communicate as a member of a team is necessary. Demonstrate a high degree of customer service skills, respect, dignity, and professionalism. Regular attendance and the ability to travel between various locations based on need are required.

First Aid/CPR certification is preferred. Ability to collaborate and function in an equable fashion with a diverse population of students and staff is required. Other qualifications to the above that the board may find acceptable and appropriate. Act 34 Clearance, Act 151 Clearance, FBI Clearance (Self-Paid), Drug Testing (Self-Paid), Act 127 & Act 71 Training Certificates, Bloodborne Pathogens Certificate.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist the student with a variety of tasks that would facilitate full access to educational programs. Provide clerical assistance for the teacher. Assist in monitoring of lavatories, lunchroom, transitioning in hallways/classroom, and playground. Inventory, distribute, and collect educational materials as requested. Assist with one-to-one and small group instruction of students as assigned and directed. Supervise students who require transportation. Following and assisting in implementing behavior plans.

Complete daily logs pertaining to support provided to the student (IEP Aide). Attend to all personal care needs of assigned student or students, which may include toileting, feeding, and changing. Collect data on student progress assigned by teacher. Assist students in general education classes, if appropriate. Provide substitute support when student absences impact current assignment. Perform other related duties as assigned by a supervisor.