One-on-One Paraprofessional- Special Education
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Position Type: Support Staff/ParaproDate Posted: 5/22/2024Location: To be determinedDate Available: 07/25/2024Closing Date: Until FilledWork Year: 185 Days Reports to: Principal GOAL: The responsibility of all auxiliary personnel is to assist and work under the supervision of the professional staff for the purpose of facilitating maximum positive impact on the education of children Job Summary: Under supervision of the classroom teacher, assist teacher with comprehensive educational and functional training to students with disabilities.Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and passed the Praxis Parapro Assessment (prior to March 1, 2007) or the GACE Parapro Assessment required. In lieu of assessments, 60 semester or 90 quarter hours from a Professional Standards Commission (PSC) approved college or university are required. Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

Knowledge of basic subject matters such Math, English, grammar, and art.

Knowledge of the practices of teaching.

Knowledge of the equipment operation and other aids utilized in the classroom.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to get along with students and staff.

Ability to observe and accurately report the behavior of others.

Ability to learn rules and regulations.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assists teacher in maintaining an effective learning environment.

Follows teacher's directions to maintain a clean and orderly learning environment.

Effectively monitors behavior according to behavior modification and intervention plans.

Maintains awareness of students' whereabouts and assignments.

Provides the appropriate level of supervision of students during recreational periods, bus duty, field trips, and other assigned periods.

Continuously monitors the health and safety of students and becomes familiar with behaviors and disabilities.

Assists in direct academic, supportive, and functional instruction to students as directed by the assigned teacher.

Makes or modifies instructional materials as directed by the assigned teacher within the established timeframes.

Operates duplicating machines and other equipment as needed to produce program related materials.

Provides appropriate physical care of assigned students to maintain their cleanliness, safety, and comfort by providing appropriate instruction and direct assistance with toileting, dressing, and feeding (with utensils or tube feeding).

Assists with documentation and organization of materials as directed by the assigned teacher.

Consistently complies with departmental regulations on confidentiality.

Refer parents to the assigned teacher when there are questions or concerns.

Display appropriate interpersonal skills with teacher, staff, and students.

Notify school and teacher when absent as soon as possible.

Reports to assigned classrooms and duty stations according to school schedule.

Dress professionally for the job.

Attend professional learning classes as required by the school or PEC.

Performs and other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Physical Demands Some positions require the ability to move wheelchairs and related equipment and to assist in the relocation of students. Bending, walking, and lifting is required.Application Procedure: Apply Online and please: (1) provide an email address that you check frequently (2) upload official transcripts, cover letter and resume (3) provide email addresses for references in the reference section of the application. The Peach County School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, genetics, disability, or sex in its employment practices, student programs and dealings with the public. It is the policy of the Board of Education to comply fully with the requirements of Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and all accompanying regulations.