Child Specific Paraprofessional-Landry High School

Algiers Charter•New Orleans, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Child-Specific Paraprofessional Job Summary: The Child-Specific Paraprofessional provides individualized support to a designated student with disabilities and complex health needs. This role ensures the student’s academic, medical, behavioral, and social-emotional needs are met in a safe and inclusive learning environment. The paraprofessional collaborates with teachers, parents, and related service providers to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and foster student success.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience in special education, particularly working with students with severe and complex health needs.
Familiarity with a variety of medical conditions and the ability to assist with health-related tasks.
Training in positive behavior support, crisis intervention, and de-escalation strategies.
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Physical stamina and strength to assist with lifting, mobility, and other support needs.
Flexibility and adaptability to respond to the student’s evolving needs and individualized learning plans.
Certifications such as First Aid, CPR, and crisis management (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

Provide direct support to an assigned student during instructional and non-instructional activities.
Assist the student with personal care needs, mobility, and health-related tasks as required.
Support the implementation of the student’s IEP goals and accommodations.
Reinforce instructional content under the guidance of the teacher.
Assist with medical procedures such as G-tube feeding, medication administration, or other prescribed health tasks (with appropriate training and delegation).
Implement positive behavior support strategies, crisis intervention, and de-escalation techniques as needed.
Monitor the student’s progress and communicate observations to the teacher and team.
Support inclusion by assisting the student in participating in classroom and school activities.
Maintain confidentiality of student information and records.
Collaborate with teachers, therapists, parents, and medical professionals to ensure coordinated support.
Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development related to special education and health needs.
Perform other related duties as assigned