The Instructional Paraprofessional assists in the supervision, care and instruction of students with a variety of learning needs under the supervision of a licensed/certified staff member. These services may be delivered in a special education or general education environment. Essential Responsibilities
- Adhere and support the philosophy, mission and policies of Tri-County and the school district
- Follows daily routine given by supervisor
- Punctual
- Provides basic supports to students in and/or outside of the classroom setting
- Demonstrates acceptance of students at their performance level
- Completes basic training for position
- Maintains and turns in job related data, timely (including inservice, mileage, and health certificate)
- Regular attendance
- Maintains student confidentiality
- Demonstrates appropriate boundaries with students, staff, and parents
- Conversations contribute to a positive working environment
- Establishes rapport with students
- Gives positive reinforcement and support to students
- Makes sure classroom and school rules are followed
- Ability to use current software and web-based programs to perform job responsibilities
- Knowledge of basic reading and math skills
- Ability to perform multi-step directions
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written
- Ability to collect and record data accurately
- Ability to work with diverse populations
- React to change and handle other tasks as assigned
- Support the value of an education
Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions
- Requires prolonged sitting or standing.
- Requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects, materials, or students.
- Occasional stooping, bending, and reaching.
- Must be able to work in a variety of noisy and crowded environments.
- May be exposed to being hit, kicked, or bit by a student.
Other General Responsibilities
- Adapt classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the teacher/therapist for the purpose of providing an opportunity for all special education students to participate in classroom activities.
- Implement classroom management plans and individual behavior plans consistently.
- Assist students with daily care activities (toileting, diapering, tube feeding, etc) for the purpose of providing appropriate care and/or developing daily living skills.
- Assist with maintaining a classroom conducive to learning.
- Provide data to supervising teacher/therapist regarding student performance on IEP goals and benchmarks/objectives.
- Document student activities and daily work, as requested.
- Perform record keeping and clerical duties, as assigned.
- Prepare educational/therapeutic materials, as requested.
- Participate in inservice activities to improve job performance and obtain necessary inservice hours.
- Implement academics instruction designed by the teacher/therapist for individuals and small groups.
- Monitors student activities to ensure safety and appropriate behavior.
- Demonstrate awareness of the needs of students and provide for individual differences.
- Set high expectations for student achievement and behavior.
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with others.
- Maintain a positive attitude.
- Obtain advance approval for inservice training, as required.
- Adhere to all district and Interlocal health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Health and inoculation certificate on file at the Central Office.
- Meets Highly Qualified status: 1) hold an Associate's Degree (or higher) from an accredited university or college or 2) complete 48 college credit hours or 3) pass the Master Teacher Test
- Desire to continue career improvement.
Salary According to Classified Pay Scale and/or starting rate, set by board annually Length of term 1116 hours, following the school district calendar and student days Responsible to Special Education Certified/Licensed Supervisor; Building Principal; Special Education Coordinators; Special Education Administration