Paraprofessional Educator

The mission of the United Cerebral Palsy-Center for Disability Services is to provide excellence in program delivery using research based strategies and techniques.

• This job description describes in general terms the normal duties that the assistant will be expected to undertake. However, the job or duties described may vary or be amended from time to time without changing the level of responsibility associated with the job.
• Special education paraprofessionals work under the overall supervision of their program director with direct supervision provided by special education or related services for a class and/or to provide direct assistance to students. Their duties will vary depending upon the age of students served as well as the nature and severity of the student's disability.

Work Hours:

• Monday - Friday
• 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age but only may serve in prekindergarten through grade 8
• At least 19 years of age to serve students in prekindergarten through grade 12
• While working on the approval, educator must be fulfilling requirements for the full license
• Short-term approval for paraprofessionals is valid for 3 fiscal years and not renewable
• Short-term Paraprofessional Approvals are available for application until June 30, 2025 and may not be renewed

Reports to:

• Special Education Teacher and/or Director of School Services

Key Competencies:

• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of classroom teachers, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech Language Pathologist, Speech Language Pathologist Assistant and Behavior Therapist.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and monitor their progress
• Provide support for individuals students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
• Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records

Standards and Quality Assurance:

• Be capable of physically assisting students with special needs as required (positioning, lifting, transferring, etc.)
• Have demonstrated ability to work effectively under the direction of others
• Have demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others
• Have willingness to assume any responsibilities appropriate for the position
• Support the Mission Statement of Larson School
• Behave and speak in a professional manner at all times
• Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance
• Be proactive in matters relating to health and safety
• Ability to lift 50 lbs/tranfer students
• Adhering to all established Health/Safety policies at UCP/CDS

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.55 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person