What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Paraprofessional position at THE PHOENIX CENTER INC?

Function under the teacher’s supervision.
Complete daily recordkeeping either verbally or in writing, as directed.
Facilitate appropriate behavior management according to the student’s Individualized Behavior Management Plan or Behavior Support Plan and The Phoenix Center’s Student Code of Conduct and Disciplinary Procedures.
Assume bus, lunch, bathroom, and playground duty responsibility.
Help setup classroom and get ready for the day: set up schedules and discuss any needed changes.
Collect behavioral and academic data as needed and directed by the teacher.
Work cooperatively with head paraprofessional in the classroom.
Attend all related service sessions (OT/PT/SP). For counseling sessions, bring child and sit outside counseling room.
Supervise the students at all times. Never leave assigned student alone.

Follow through with teacher’s lesson plans based on pupil’s IEP.
Develop and maintain effective interactions with all students.
Encourage students to work independently.
Provide assistance, when appropriate, to ensure that students stay on task.
Run small student group activities under the direction of the classroom teacher.
Provide clear and concise directions to students.
Use Standard American English in a clear and pleasant voice for instructional purposes.
Effectively utilize the prompt hierarchy.

Extended periods of standing/walking.
Frequent need to lift/pull up to 50 lbs.
Frequent need to bend/squat/stoop when attending to students.
Numerous trips (minimally twice a day) up and down the stairs.
Cope with students’ unpredictable aggressive or playful behavior (i.e., hair pulling, unexpected hugs or jumping).
Follows and applies the principles of The Phoenix Center’s policy on NonViolent Crisis Intervention (NCI).

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