EPR - Paraeducator - Afterschool Band
About The Position
The EPR Paraeducator provides support to student(s) with disabilities during an after-school extracurricular band activity. The role includes supporting students’ positive behavior plans, encouraging social engagement and participation with peers, helping students complete tasks directed by the activity facilitator, communicating appropriately with students and staff, and encouraging independence when appropriate to the activity. Training is provided by the Intermediate School Learning Support classroom teacher with a Functional Skills Component, or, if needed, by the Director of Student Support Services. Salary, schedule, and other employment conditions follow the South Fayette School District salary schedule and applicable policies. Performance is evaluated annually under district policies.
Requirements
- Possess a two-year or four-year college degree.
- Hold current CPR certification, including first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Ability to work with children with disabilities.
- Ability to work cooperatively with others.
- Ability to communicate with adults and children.
- Excellent writing skills.
- Ability to learn about the characteristics of specific disabilities.
- Ability to learn and be trained in a positive behavior support plan.
Responsibilities
- Assist student(s) with special needs during a high school extracurricular activity.
- Support student(s) in following a positive behavior support plan.
- Encourage student(s) to engage and participate socially with peers in the extracurricular activity.
- Encourage student(s) to perform tasks directed by the activity facilitator.
- Communicate effectively and appropriately with students and staff.
- Encourage student independence when appropriate to the requirements of the activity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
