What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraprofessional position at Monarch School of New England?
Job Description
JOB TITLE: Paraeducator
JOB SUMMARY: Assists the classroom teacher and teacher assistant in all assigned aspects of classroom instruction; management and the implementation of student IEPs, comprehensive treatment plans, behavioral support services, and all class activities related to school based and community instruction in accordance with school goals and objectives in a team environment.
EDUCATION: High school diploma. Certified or eligible to be certified as Para-educator I in the State of NH. Additional childcare courses preferred.
EXPERIENCE: One year’s experience as a para-educator or childcare worker with preference to working with special needs children with significant disabilities.
PHYSICAL Free of restrictions which would limit the use of the body as it relates to repetitive lifting.
REQUIREMENTS: up to 50 pounds; the physical management of students consistent with CPI training; and participation in swimming, kayaking, horseback riding, horticultural, and other activities.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid driver's license; clean driving and criminal record; obtain and maintain certification in First Aid, CPR, and CPI. Participate in professional development as determined by supervisor.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Assists the classroom teacher and teacher assistant as assigned.
2. Stays aware of all classroom activity and takes initiative to assist as requested or needed.
3. Implements classroom activities as scheduled by the classroom teacher.
4. Follows through on all academic programming and therapeutic / behavioral goals and techniques as prescribed in the IEP and comprehensive treatment plan.
5. Assists teacher and teacher assistant in maintaining data/tracking sheets documenting student's progress toward IEP objectives.
6. Assist students with all basic daily duties as needed, including eating, toileting, grooming, and personal hygiene.
7. Supervises and helps students actively participate in community, recreational, and therapeutic activities, including but not limited to kayaking, horseback riding, swimming, gymnastics, and skiing.
8. Carries over therapeutic interventions for all therapies as indicated in the Rehabilitative Assistance Monthly Transaction log.
9. Meets with all therapists assigned to the classroom monthly.
10. Helps maintain a sanitary and organized classroom, facility, and vehicles as directed.
11. Assists students with arrival and departure before and after school.
12. Participates in planning and progress meetings as a member of the team as requested.
13. Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings.
14. Substitutes for other para-educator(s) as needed.
15. Participates in school-wide activities benefiting the students.
16. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.
JOB SUPERVISOR: Classroom Teacher / Teacher Assistant / Therapists
WORK SCHEDULE: Compensation is based on 35 hours per week for a 204 day
school year, including summer school. Work hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Special education: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Rochester, NH 03867 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Rochester, NH 03867: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Special education: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Rochester, NH 03867 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Rochester, NH 03867: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $24