Paraprofessional

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Provide support to student(s) under the direction of a supervising classroom teacher. Provide assistance to students with IEPs with accessing the curriculum Communicate student related concerns to the supervising teacher in a timely, professional manner Assist the classroom teacher in observing, recording, and charting student academic and IEP goal progress. Provide support with preparing classroom materials consistent with individual student needs, as directed by the classroom teacher. Participate in professional development activities and student meetings when requested to do so Assist with student(s) arrival and dismissal as required by IEP Respect student confidentiality in all interactions with staff, parents, and school community Uses specialized strategies and techniques as directed by supervising teacher(s) Develops an understanding of the student(s)’ accommodations, modifications, goals, and objectives stated in the IEPs Assists in the implementation of 1:1 or small group instruction and supports including accommodations, modifications, and organizational skills assistance Assists in implementation of testing accommodations Assists with study skills and strategies Models and promotes appropriate communication, socialization, and conversational skills Supports students’ behavioral issues including assisting with the implementation of behavior intervention plans and collecting data Collects student work samples as requested Monitors students in unstructured settings such as hallways, cafeteria, auditorium etc… Attends field trips when requested Assists with daily living skills as necessary Fosters independent learning skills Other duties as assigned by the Special Education Director, Assistant Superintendent/Principal, and/or Assistant Principal.