What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Special Education Paraprofessional position at Mt. Ararat Middle School?
Welcome to Maine School Administrative District #75
Serving Maine’s Midcoast communities of Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Harpswell, and Topsham, MSAD 75 is home to over 2,350 students and more than 600 faculty and staff members.
MSAD 75 is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to join our vibrant educational community. Together, we can inspire the next generation of learners and leaders.
POSITION: 30 Hours/Week
PAY RATE: $22.66 - $26.87/hour
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Instruct individual and or small groups of students under the indirect supervision of a teacher
- Prepare instructional materials
- Review and reinforce learning previously introduced by classroom teacher or designee
- Manage behavior according to IEP and behavior plans
- May be required to assist students with mobility constraints, included but not limited to lifting students
REQUIREMENTS:
- Three years of post-secondary education or combination equivalent to 90 hours of approved study
- Maine Department of Education Educational Technician I, II or III Authorization.
- Experience working with Middle School students preferred
- Strong behavioral management skills, ability to consistently follow and implement positive behavior support plans
- Demonstrated record keeping skills
- Proven ability to function as a team member
- Must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Activity Per Shift-
- Standing/Walking: 6-8 hours
- Sitting: 3-5 hours
- Lifting/Carrying: 3-5 hours, up to 50 pounds
- Pushing/Pulling/Sliding: 1-2 hours
- Climbing Up & Down Stairs: 1-2 hours
- Reaching Overhead: 1-2 hours
- Bending/Twisting: 3-5 hours
- Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: 1-2 hours
- Hands/Arms/Finger Dexterity/Hand Gripping: 6-8 hours
Salary : $23 - $27