Educational Paraprofessional

Connecticut REAP•Hartford, CT

36d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a 10-month position with opportunities for extended day hours and a 6-week summer program. River Street School is a Student Services School where area public school districts refer students based on needed supports for IEP or 504 plan. The student population at River Street School ranges in age from 5 years old to 21 years old. The majority of students have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and present with a variety of challenges, including but not limited to: physical and/or behavioral challenges, toileting issues, basic life skill supportive needs, non-verbal communication, etc. Therefore, the paraeducator will be responsible for utilizing the Applied Behavior Analysis methodology to provide instructional support in small and large group settings, teach daily living skills, and collect data on all IEP objectives. The paraeducator will work in collaboration with an assigned classroom teacher and support team including but not limited to Behavior Analysts, OT/PT, Speech Language Pathologists, and Interventionists. In addition, the paraeducator is responsible for the following duties outlined below

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma
Have a strong interest in learning about working with students with disabilities

Nice To Haves

Pursuing a 4-year-degree in a related field such as psychology, education, speech pathology, etc OR;
2-years experience working with a wide variety of people with disabilities
Experience in human services/ providing direct care
Must be able to pass a two-day safety care training program without restrictions

Responsibilities

Assist the teacher in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs
Implementation of the behavior support plans and ensure a safe and orderly classroom
Utilize activities such as mealtimes and transitions as teaching opportunities
Accompany students on community outings providing supervision and instruction
Ensure on-task behavior throughout the school day
Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures and policies as outlined in the handbook
Utilize emergency interventions as prescribed by the Safety Care Curriculum and Connecticut State Regulations.
Implement therapy plans in the areas of behavior, speech, occupational therapy, and physical therapy and support data collection.
Utilize communication devices and techniques
Communicate effectively and appropriately with verbal and non-verbal students, colleagues, and administration
Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team approach
Perform any other related duties as assigned