What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessional-Special Education 2026-2027 Multiple position at SAU 84?
JOB GOAL: Work with students whose special education needs can best be met in the general education classroom, under the direct supervision of special education and regular education teachers.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assist general education and special education teachers in the inclusion of students with disabilities into regular education classrooms.
2. Establish a positive and supportive relationship with the classroom teachers.
3. Work with individuals or groups of students under the direct supervision of the teacher in the general education classroom and the primary case manager.
4. Provide clerical assistance (type materials, duplicate materials, make instructional games, etc.) for the teacher or the primary case manager.
5. Assist in instructional classroom duties, toileting, snack/lunch, clothing routines, etc.
6. Assist in supervision of students (both disabled and non-disabled) during recess and lunch periods.
7. Implement behavior management techniques (reinforcing appropriate behavior in accordance with the teacher’s plan, supervising time-out, etc.)
8. As requested, observe and record academic behavior and progress, as well as social behavior.
9. Give informal tests to students.
10. Strictly adhere to confidentiality requirements regarding all matters pertaining to students, parents, parent communications, and/or classroom activities. (Note: Unless instructed otherwise by the supervising teacher, all parent communication must come directly from certified personnel.)
11. Other duties assigned by case manager/supervisor.