What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraprofessional position at Wells Middle School?
PARAPROFESSIONAL – SPECIAL EDUCATION
QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or equivalent, PLUS two years of college coursework (48 units), OR Associate Degree (or higher), OR pass a local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting in instruction (Parapro, WorkKeys, OGET).
REPORTS TO: Principal, Special Services Director
DISTRICT DESCRIPTION: At Catoosa Public Schools, we have a positive and professional culture. We embrace a family-like atmosphere. We are collaborative and work together to inspire, prepare, and challenge every child, every day. We are student-centered and make decisions for what is best for students. We have high expectations for our staff, students, and community. And we love to celebrate success. We are proud of who we are and the direction we are heading!
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The special education paraprofessional will work alongside the special education teacher in the instruction of exceptional children. Will be responsible for completing the more routine tasks of the classroom and will assist with the programs developed by the special education professionals. The paraprofessional will work with a specific teacher and is assigned to a particular classroom.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provides support to the certified Special Education (SPED) Teacher.
- Assists in the delivery of services to multi handicapped and deaf-blind children.
- Assists students in accomplishing activities assigned by the SPED Teacher.
- Uses appropriate management techniques when working with students.
- Completes non-instructional duties such as classroom maintenance, student supervision and clerical duties.
- Supervises students in the classroom, playground, hallway, restroom, therapy area, gymnasium and other specified areas on and off the school campus.
- Assists special education students with adaptive equipment, wheelchairs, braces and lifts.
- Assists special education students with special/emotional needs.
- Performs other duties as directed by the Superintendent or her/his designee.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Knowledge of current computer software packages and classroom technology tools.
- Proven ability to work effectively and communicate with parents, community, students and staff.
- Service-oriented mindset and an inclination towards creative problem solving.
- Individuals should be self-motivated, organized and able to manage multiple, diverse projects at once.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Regular classroom/school environment. Regular office environment, including frequent use of electronic email, being able to sit for long periods of time without a break, etc. Normal effort of occasional periods of moderate physical activity. Work is typically performed in an office environment with some travel to other campuses. Interruptions are expected to occur often. Must be able to adapt and respond quickly to non-emergency and emergency situations.
DISCLAIMER:
Catoosa Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Catoosa Public School reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.