RISE Paraprofessional - 1 YR position
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RISE Paraprofessional - 1 YR position

WINDHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Location: North Windham,CT, USA

Date: 2024-11-07T08:35:52Z

Job Description:
Position Type: Instructional/Educational Support: Non-Certified/Paraeducator: Special EducationDate Posted: 5/8/2024Location: North Windham Elementary SchoolPosition is for the 2024-25 school yearPOSITION DESCRIPTION: Assist the classroom teacher by helping physically, mentally, and/or educationally disadvantaged students learn skills that will broaden their educational experiences, contribute to their development, and assist in creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning for all students.RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Assist students with physical and/or educational needs both individually and in small groups
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers regarding students' needs and requirements, including IEP goals
  • Provide escort and mobility assistance to the student(s) when necessary
  • Receive oral or written instructions from the supervising teacher
  • Maintain student records to include progress reports, attendance, etc.
  • Record student learning data as directed
  • Assist in the preparation and distribution of lesson plan materials
  • Communicate in a positive manner with parents on the progress of students
  • Act as expert classroom support to substitute in the absence of a teacher
  • Assist students with classwork
  • Assist with recess, supervision, restroom breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, field trips, etc.
  • Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
  • Attend meetings and professional development training as required
  • Prepare materials for class projects
  • Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, and parents
  • Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher/Principal
  • May be required or asked to assist with diapering and/or toileting students
  • *toileting responsibilities may be required*
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
  • Experience working with young children
  • Ability to implement behavioral goals
  • Ability to understand child development
  • Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
  • Effective, active listening skills
  • Ability to work effectively with others
  • Organizational and problem-solving skills
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 4-year degree preferred
  • Two years of experience with children
  • Associate's degree or Para Pro certificate
  • Experience working in a school setting; public school preferred
  • Experience working with students with special needs
  • Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
Click to apply at Windham Public SchoolsWINDHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of the Windham Public Schools to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, sexual preference, or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender; gender identity or expression, sexual preference or physical and mental disability.
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