What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessional -1:1 position at Holyoke Public Schools?
Job Description
- Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher.
- Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes.
- Helps students master equipment and/or instructional materials assigned by the teacher.
- Assists in the implementation of behavioral modification programs as directed and supervised by the teacher. Keep behavioral logs and data (daily and weekly).
- Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips.
- Assists students with mobility and personal care.
- Assists with lunch, snack and cleanup routines.
- Dress for physical education activities so you can assist students.
- Meets the buses and assist students in breakfast and lunch routines
- Assists with wash-ups and toilet routines, diapering and tooth brushing.
- Associate's Degree or higher; OR Completing at least two years, or 48 credit hours of study at an institution of higher education; OR taking and passing a formal assessment measuring one's knowledge of and ability to assist classroom teachers in reading, writing, and mathematics. (Parapro Assessment and workKeys)
- Training or experience working with Special Needs Students preferred
- Experience working in an urban setting, preferred
- Experience working with diverse student populations, preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; excellent teamwork skills
- Bilingual applicants (Spanish) strongly encouraged to apply