Paraprofessional

Special education paraprofessionals, under the direct supervision of special education teachers and administration, will support and assist students within the classroom or other educational settings so that all support needs of students are met. Specific roles/duties will include working with specific preK - 1st grade students

DUTIES

• Support the students directly in academic, social, emotional, self-help, and health development and goals
• Support the students directly in staying safe and engaged in the classroom
• Support special education and general education teachers in their academic, social, emotional, self-help, and health development of students with disabilities.
• Support the implementation and progress monitoring of Individualized Education Plans.
• Provide individual support to the students both within and outside of the general setting to provide access to general activities to the maximum extent possible.
• Assist both special education as well as general education teachers with maintaining student IEP records.
• Work within a team of other professionals such as speech therapist, counselor, occupational therapist, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

• Belief that all children deserve the opportunity to learn and grow academically, emotionally, and socially.
• Commitment to inclusive and diverse educational access
• Associate Degree OR
• Pass ParaPro Praxis and High school diploma or equivalent OR
• Forty-eight (48) hours of approved college courses

PREFERRED

• CPI trained
• CPR trained
• Experience working with students through a trauma informed lens

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person