Level IV Paraprofessional

Oakland Schools•Hazel Park, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hazel Park Junior High School is seeking a Level IV Paraprofessional for a regular school year position. This role involves working 5 days per week, from 7:40 AM to 3:10 PM, with students in grades 6-8. The position is within a high-needs school and requires adherence to the HPPA Salary Schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma
Good communication skills
Good attendance record is expected
Certified in the C.P.I. training and the ability to implement all stages of the training, including the restraint portion of Crisis Prevention, OR, willingness to take the training and implement procedures
Ability to communicate with teachers, pupils, parents, and the public in a professional, friendly manner
Maintain confidentiality of work related information

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Autism
Experience and/or training in working with students with ASD is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain the confidentiality of all students, staff, and administrative correspondence.
Perform all assigned tasks in a prompt and professional manner.
In the absence of immediate administration direction, act in the best interests of the students and the school district.
Deal with teachers, pupils, parents, and the public with friendliness, tact, and poise.
Perform other duties and assignments as may be directed by the program administrator or other assigned professional staff members.
Work under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher.
Ability to follow an individualized Behavioral Plan, under the teacher/ psychologist direction.
Ability and willingness to deal with challenging behaviors under the direction of the teacher with poise and professionalism.
Ability to work with a diverse group of students with ASD, implementing individualized behavioral plans.
Ability to be flexible and take on a variety of assignments within the classroom and the building.
Ability to understand that each student may work under an individualized plan which matches their learning level, which includes significant cognitive impairments along with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD).