Para I Resource - Briarwood Elementary

Olathe Public Schools•Olathe, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Para I Resource position is established for the purpose of assisting in the supervision, care, and instruction of students with special needs in a regular classroom or resource room. This role involves assisting in the implementation of instructional plans, monitoring student behavior, providing information to appropriate school personnel, and performing classroom clerical tasks.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
If the school building is classified as Title I, 48 hours of college credit or the ability to pass the Title I assessment test is required.
Adhering to safety practices.
Operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications.
Preparing and maintaining accurate records.
Using district approved crisis intervention techniques.
Performing basic math.
Reading and following instructions.
Understanding complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices.
Knowledge of age-appropriate student activities.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of conflict resolution.
Knowledge of stages of child development/behavior.
Knowledge of safe handling of blood-borne pathogens and crisis de-escalation techniques.
Ability to schedule activities.
Ability to collect data.
Ability to use basic, job-related equipment.
Flexibility to work with others.
Ability to work with data utilizing defined and similar processes.
Ability to operate equipment using standardized methods.
Ability to work with a diversity of individuals.
Problem solving to identify issues and create action plans.
Communicating with diverse groups.
Maintaining confidentiality.
Setting priorities.
Working as part of a team.
Working with constant interruptions.
Background Clearance
TB Test

Nice To Haves

Job related experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Adapts and provides accommodations of classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the teacher for the purpose of providing an opportunity for special education students to actively participate in classroom activities.
Aids students in and out of the classroom (e.g., packing backpacks, note-taking, relationship building, field trips, social skills, etc.) for the purpose of providing assistance to students’ needs and social growth.
Occasionally assists students requiring support in addressing personal care needs due to medical condition and/or physical limitations (e.g., restroom, nutritional, etc.) for the purpose of allowing students to function in the school environments.
Attends meetings and in-service presentations (e.g., CPR, education strategies, specific disability education, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to the job functions to meet established annual state requirements.
Collaborates with staff for the purpose of providing necessary support and information related to the student’s progress as established in their individual education program under the direction of certified staff.
Occasionally implements behavioral plans for students as designed by the IEP team for the purpose of assisting in meeting special education students’ needs and providing a consistent environment under the direction of certified staff.
Occasionally assists students with challenging and/or aggressive behaviors.
Implements education and behavioral programming under the supervision of the classroom certified staff for the purpose of developing new skills for students.
Instructs students in a variety of activities in individual and group settings (e.g., academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills, etc.) for the purpose of meeting individual educational program goals under the direction of certified staff.
Maintains instructional materials and data sheets for the purpose of ensuring availability of instructional materials and/or providing reliable information regarding student progress under the direction of certified staff.
Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g., restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, fire drills, assemblies, cafeteria, parking lots, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive environment conducive to learning.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the educational team.
Works under direct supervision using standardized practices.
Provides student, classroom, and building information to certified/classified staff when necessary.