Para Pro SPED

Santa Fe South Public Schools•Oklahoma City, OK

12h

About The Position

Special Education Paraprofessional Job Description Santa Fe South Schools Reports To Building Principal, District Special Education Director, Certified Special Education Teacher Position Summary Special education paraprofessionals assist students with disabilities under the direction of a certified special education teacher . Paraprofessionals generally work in both the general and special education classroom settings. The special education paraprofessional assists the teacher in general daily classroom activities, assists in the implementation of instructional programs, including self-help and behavior management, cares for the student’s physical and emotional health and safety, affirms their abilities, and strives to promote dignity in all relationships.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
All paraprofessionals shall meet the requirements of a special education paraprofessional as described in Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act.
Have completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education defined as completion of 48 semester hours of college coursework; or
Have obtained an associate’s degree (or higher); or
Have taken and passed the WorkKeys test, Parapro Test or the Oklahoma General Education Test. (can be obtained after hire)
Complete the Oklahoma Special Education Paraprofessional Training (can be obtained after hire)
Complete and maintain training and skills in Cardiovascular Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid. (can be obtained after hir e )
Complete training in Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogens Training. (can be obtained after hire)
Complete an additional 6 hours of professional development and Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogens each school year after that. (can be obtained after hire)

Responsibilities

Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the special and general education teachers and related service staff
Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for the students and monitor their progress through data collection
Provide support for individual and/or small groups of students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
Working with students who may need behavioral support and document if requested
Work with special education students may include lifting, feeding, toileting, and other services related to personal care and hygiene
Promote student independence and self-advocacy skills to improve the quality of student outcomes
Any and all other duties as may be assigned
Be capable of physically assisting students with disabilities as required (positioning, lifting, transferring, restraining, etc.)
Demonstrate the ability to work effectively and cooperatively under the direction of others
Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students
Communicate effectively with teachers, therapists, and other district personnel for the purpose of meeting the needs of the students and communicate pertinent information as appropriate
Be willing to learn about and help students acclimate to adaptive equipment and/or assistive technology as needed
Model conversation, manners, engagement, listening, and everyday interactions for the purpose of demonstrating appropriate social behavior in a culturally sensitive manner
Behave and speak in a professional manner at all times
Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality, and attendance
Attend staff and team meetings
Be proactive in matters relating to health and safety
Have the willingness to assume any responsibilities appropriate for the position
Support the Mission Statement of the district