What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Para ESE (26-27) position at Leon County Schools?
## Noninstructional Support Duties
- Assist in assessing student understanding and providing corrective feedback
- Support students in using adaptive equipment, assistive technology, or specialized materials
- Reinforce teacher-directed instruction through guided practice and review
- Help students apply skills across different settings and contexts
- Document student responses, progress, and engagement during instruction
- Modify tasks and adjust pacing to meet individual student needs
- Support reading, math, communication, and functional life skills instruction as assigned
- Assist with test preparation and test administration under teacher supervision
- Implement consistent, positive behavior supports and classroom management strategies
- Monitor and redirect off-task or inappropriate behaviors using de-escalation techniques
- Reinforce student compliance with classroom expectations and routines
- Support crisis intervention or behavioral incidents following school protocol
- Maintain a calm, positive classroom environment
- Document behavioral incidents, triggers, and interventions as required
- Collaborate with the ESE teacher to identify patterns and develop behavioral strategies
- Model appropriate social interactions and communication
- Maintain accurate and timely records of student progress and behavioral observations
- Document instructional activities, student responses, and skill mastery
- Complete progress monitoring data sheets, anecdotal records, and incident reports as directed
- Communicate daily with the ESE teacher regarding student performance and concerns
- Share relevant information with general education teachers about student progress and needs
- Participate in IEP meetings and provide input on student progress and performance
- Maintain confidentiality of all student records and sensitive information