Transition Program Paraprofessional (5 positions available

Transition Program Paraprofessional

Yorkville CUSD 115 has five openings available for Transition Program Paraprofessionals to support Yorkville Transition for the  school year. The role of the paraprofessional is to provide academic and social support for the student and/or the classroom support so as to increase the level of access to curriculum for students in Yorkville CUSD 115. In order to have improved academic outcomes, the paraprofessional will need to demonstrate effective collaboration skills with other school personnel, work effectively in the implementation and monitoring of specific interventions, provide additional support for small groups or individual students and facilitate meaningful communication between key stakeholders for each student.

Essential duties and responsibilities include demonstrating knowledge of students' needs, maintaining strict confidentiality regarding all matters pertaining to students and personnel, demonstrating effective organizational skills, time management, and flexibility in order to meet staff and students' needs. The paraprofessional will also be responsible for checking and maintaining appropriate student related equipment, completing paperwork and data tracking duties, and communicating concerns demonstrated so that effective planning and preparation can be conducted through the team process.

The paraprofessional will provide direct instructional and academic support to students in the classroom and throughout the academic day as determined by the educational team. They will assist students in daily activities such as lifting into chairs, positioning students, feeding, and using the washroom appropriately (including changing, assisting with personal hygiene, etc...). They will implement special tools/programs following training to assist students with varied needs/diagnoses.

The paraprofessional will assist teacher with maintaining inclusive, learning-centered environment and experiences, assist and monitor student use of assistive technology, and assist students in accessing the instructional aspects by providing assistance with organization, accommodations, and modification as indicated through communication with the case-manager or through documentation regarding student needs.

The paraprofessional will establish a positive rapport with staff, students, and families, consult or meet with teachers or other professionals utilizing appropriate channels by engaging in positive solutions in finding steps to resolve areas of concern and request direction, instruction, or guidance for new or unfamiliar tasks. They will provide and communicate information in a timely manner about students or possible concerns impacting elements of student's or students' assignments/equipment/materials.

They will refer questions from families to appropriate school personnel, model appropriate hygiene, appearance, social interactions expected within a school environment, and demonstrate flexibility in professional responsibilities so as to address student and building classroom needs as evidenced by effective listening and openness to learning and adopting new behaviors.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Reports to:

Building Principal, Special Education/Student Service Administration, and the Classroom Teacher. Certificates, licenses, and registrations:
Paraprofessional Certification Valid and Current Driver's License Starting Hourly Range: $16.72 - $20.79 This position is part of the Yorkville CBA, which can be found by clicking here.