Paraeducators shall have a minimum of sixty hours of college credit from an accredited institution of higher education, or at least 2 years experience with a similar population.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Performs supportive instructional tasks and tutorial tasks under the direction of the assigned staff member.
• Monitors students during independent work activities and provides assistance, as needed.
• Provides tutorial assistance to students in one-to-one or small group arrangements.
• Provides practice and reinforcement activities for students as follow-up to direct instructional provided by the special education teacher.
• Provides direct instructional activities, planned by the special education teacher, as follow-up to initial instruction.
• Reads tests to and records responses from students needing this service as specified on the I.E.P.
• Assists in preparation of instructional materials.
• Performs supportive behavior management tasks under the direction of the assigned special education teacher.
• Assists in implementing the classroom behavior management system as designed by the special education teacher.
• Informs teacher of behavior and interpersonal concerns among students
• Provides emotional support and encouragement to students.
• Assists in the supervision of special education students throughout the school day (e.g., provide support services within regular classroom, loading/unloading of buses, lunch, recess, washroom, assemblies, and movement throughout the school building, off-campus job training sites).
• Monitors the classroom when an emergency or other responsibility (i.e. evaluation staffing, IEP, observation) requires the teacher to be out of the classroom.
• Assumes role of substitute teacher when special education teacher is absent.
• Assists special education teacher in evaluation activities and special education records management.
• Assists in the provision of physical care of students as needed.
• Participates in current certification in Child/Adult CPR and training in emergency first aid provided by the district, if required by position.
• Assists special education teacher with clerical duties related to the special education program (e.g., inventory of materials).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This person must be able to pass SCM training and utilize techniques as taught. Must be able to sit or stand at a personal computer for a reasonable length of time typing and reading. This person must be able to see, hear, speak, walk, and sit. Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other appropriate duties as assigned by Administration

MENTAL DEMANDS

Ability to function in a multi-tasking environment. Flexibility to adapt to changing operational conditions. Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills. Ability to function in high stress situations. Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Ability to read, learn and respond to a variety of job related subjects.

ADA COMPLIANCE The essential functions contained in this job description are in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and are not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The additional duties and responsibilities listed are performed by individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned when appropriate.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment will be on an at-will basis for 12 months, beginning with the first day of the work calendar or at the time of employment for duration of school year with prorated personal leave. Each paraprofessional will be provided a work calendar showing the specific daily work schedule of the employee. The work calendar may be modified by The Lead School at any time, as needs dictate.

EVALUATION

Performance in this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with school policy on evaluation of staff personnel. Salary increases will be determined at that time.

EOE/AA/ADA Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $12.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• Elementary school
• High school
• Kindergarten
• Middle school
• Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Private school
• Special education school

Work Location: In person