Classroom Paraprofessional

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

35d

About The Position

The Classroom Paraprofessional supports teachers and staff in the classroom and at educational events. You will provide additional supervision during special events and/or as needed to cover staff absences. You may be assigned to supervise students in classrooms, lunchrooms, and on off-campus trips under the teacher's supervision.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Basic understanding of the characteristics needs and effective methods of guidance of students of varying ages at different stages of development and at different levels of mental ability.
Knowledge of state, federal, and agency rules, and regulations.
Ability to keep accurate records concerning the care of the students.
Ability to supervise students in dormitories, classrooms, and other on- and off-campus activities.
Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

Supervise students in dormitories, classrooms, lunchrooms, and off-campus trips under the supervision of the teacher or residential leader.
Supervise student housekeeping activities and inspect dorms and living areas for safety and cleanliness.
Prepare necessary materials as directed by the teacher and/or supervisor.
Assist with activities outside the classroom and/or dormitories.
Support discipline policy of the classroom/residential program resolving conflicts between students and assisting in monitoring behavior plans.
Assure that student hygiene, toileting, and safety needs are met.
Perform a variety of duties providing for the guidance, care, training, development, and socialization of hearing and/or visually impaired, physically challenged or developmentally delayed students.
Follow emergency procedures for fire, storm, and tornado drills and warnings.
Promote the nine dimensions of student development, including cultural, intellectual, life planning, political, spiritual, physical, emotional, sexual, and social.
Coordinate programs and recreational activities for students and complete and document programming plans, paperwork, incidents, and student progress.

Benefits

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid new parent leave
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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