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Position Type:
Support Staff/Teacher Assistant
Date Posted:
4/5/2022
Location:
Round Lake High School, Round Lake, IL
(High-Needs School)
Date Available:
08/10/2022
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JOB SUMMARY: *
This position is accountable assisting certified staff with direct instructional support and the general supervision and management of students.
with disabilities; including cognitive disabilities, and autism.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Valid Illinois Paraprofessional License registered in Lake County.
Bilingual Preferred- English/Spanish
10 Month Position - $20.49 per hour minimum
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Knowledge of and respect for the diverse backgrounds (cultural, linguistic, environmental) of students and how these characteristics affect the student's life and learning;
2. Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Response to Intervention (RtI);
3. Knowledge of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and Board policies and District procedures;
4. Knowledge of the similarities and differences between cognitive, communicative, physical, social, and emotional needs of students and the factors that influence these different needs;
5. Oral and written communication skills;
6. Interpersonal and social skills;
7. Ability to apply the principles of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Response to Intervention (RtI);
8. Ability to assist and reinforce elements that support a safe, healthy, and effective teaching and learning environment;
9. Ability to assist in adapting instructional strategies and materials according to the needs of the student, under the direction of a teacher;
10. Ability to be sensitive and respectful in communications regarding all children and families, regardless of differences in cultural heritage, lifestyle, values, and home environment;
11. Ability to collect and record performance data on students under the direction of a licensed teacher, while respecting student confidentiality and the laws regarding ethical practices of assessment;
12. Ability to collect objective and accurate information on student behavior to be provided to licensed professionals, as appropriate and directed by a licensed teacher;
13. Ability to draw on knowledge and resources regarding a variety of developmental and age-appropriate instructional methods, techniques, and materials when supporting the instruction of the licensed teacher;
14. Ability to effectively employ a variety of strategies that reinforce positive behavior;
15. Ability to establish and maintain rapport with students;
16. Ability to follow oral and written direction of licensed teachers, seeking clarification as needed;
17. Ability to participate as a member of the educational team when requested to attend conferences with families or primary caregivers, with an understanding of some of the concerns of parents;
18. Ability to prepare and organize materials to support teaching and learning, as directed by a licensed teacher;
19. Ability to reinforce the development of student social skills by using appropriate strategies to modify the environment;
20. Ability to use ethical practices for confidential communication about students;
21. Ability to use strategies that promote the student's independence;
22. Ability to utilize learning styles theory in supporting instructional practices;
23. Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.49 per hour
Full Time
$51k-81k (estimate)
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