Para-Professional - Special Education Elementary

Marshfield R-1 Schools MO•Marshfield, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The paraprofessional will serve as support staff when required to implement special education or related services for a class and/or to provide direct assistance to students with disabilities. The paraprofessional will possess good people skills, flexibility, the ability to work under pressure and stay on task, responsibility, reliability, be a self-starter, and the ability to adjust well to change.

Requirements

Successful completion of ParaPro examination, 20 hr training for substitute certificate or a minimum of 60 college hours.
A substitute certificate is required.
Must successfully pass a background check that is satisfactory to the Board of Education.

Nice To Haves

Training and/or experience related to the specific responsibilities and competencies of the paraprofessional role are beneficial.

Responsibilities

Must work under the direct supervision of a Special Education teacher when providing instructional services.
Assist students to complete instructional activities.
Assist in the supervision of students, as required, to ensure students' individual needs are met in relation to the student’s IEP goals, objectives, accommodations, and/or modifications.
Provide physical assistance based on student needs such as lifting, transferring, moving from class to class, feeding, toileting, and physical intervention.
Participate in training activities as required by the District in order to maintain professional knowledge related to the position.
Carry out work responsibilities effectively under the pressure of deadlines, difficult situations, interruptions, and new or emergency situations.
Demonstrate respect for students, staff, and parents in all situations.
Perform other duties as directed by the principal or supervising teacher, which are related to facilitating success (i.e., instructional, social, behavioral) for students with disabilities.