What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher's Aide/Paraprofessional position at SEEM Collaborative?
SEEM Collaborative is seeking a compassionate, dedicated Teacher’s Aide/Paraprofessional to join our Special Education team. In this role, you will support students with diverse learning needs by assisting classroom teachers, fostering inclusive learning environments, and helping each student reach their full potential. If you are enthusiastic about making a meaningful impact and thrive in a collaborative, student-centered setting, we invite you to apply. This is a 10 month school-year position with the option to work the summer Extended Year Program.
Title: Teaching Assistant/Instructional Aide
Reports to: Classroom Teacher
Qualifications: High School diploma, Associates or Bachelor degree. Experience working with children with special needs preferred.
Scope of Duties:
- Responsible to and functions under the direction of the classroom Teacher.
- Assist the teacher in the delivery of instruction and the implementation of the IEP Goals and objectives.
- Ensure the safety of the children in all environments.
- Assist in facilitating independence, social awareness, language and appropriate behavior.
- Assist the teacher in the inclusion of students with special needs into the mainstream school.
- Assist the teacher in the collection of data.
- Participates in training in relevant areas.
- Carries out other duties, for example: supervise student(s)at lunch or in the playground; personal care support such as self care, clerical tasks, etc. as assigned by the classroom teacher, program principal or executive director.
ADA Requirements
- Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to lift, pull or push approximately 40 lbs and have the ability to move quickly from standing to floor and floor to standing.
- Must be willing to work with verbally and/or physically aggressive students.
- Must be able to successfully pass SafetyCare Training which will be provided by SEEM.
Employment is contingent upon passing a SAFIS fingerprint and CORI screening.
Equal Opportunity Employer
SEEM Collaborative is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.