Paraeducator 2

The Maryland School for the Blind•Nottingham, MD

3d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of program leadership and with direction from a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), the Paraeducator 2 supports students and staff by helping facilitate individual Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), instructional interventions, and Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs). The position provides instructional and behavioral support for medically, developmentally, and uniquely complex students ages 5 to 21, including students with a spectrum of vision loss and additional needs. The role supports ABA-based instruction, student data collection and progress tracking, informal assessments, student transitions, and the preparation of instructional and behavioral support materials. It also assists with physical behavior management, toileting and hygiene routines, travel skills, communication devices, and technology use as needed. The position works 38.5 daytime hours per week, Monday through Friday, with a daily half-hour unpaid lunch break. Flextime within the work week is occasionally required, and additional work hours are infrequently assigned. The role follows an 11-month school schedule. Work takes place in multiple indoor and outdoor environments around and off campus, with varying sound, lighting, and temperature conditions.

Requirements

At least an Associate Degree, 48 college credits, or a ParaPro Assessment.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Complete relevant specialized training programs, beginning with 40 in-person training hours.
Demonstrate competency in relevant areas and meet established competencies evaluated annually.
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of computers, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite.
After six months in the position, have general knowledge of visual impairment and blindness in relation to testing and social-emotional development; behavioral management techniques for students with multiple disabilities; IDEA regulations and service implications; and MSB policies and procedures.
After six months in the position, have basic knowledge of MSDE regulations regarding the provision of psychological services.
CPR/First Aid Certification.
Completed Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) Training.
Complete other similar training as needed.
Ability to push and pull in excess of 100 pounds and lift in excess of 50 pounds with assistance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement and support instructional components based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
Use data collection procedures and assist with protocols for data analysis.
Provide instructional and behavioral support to students.
Provide evidence-based instructional support and assist the BCBA, Behavior Specialist, and team members implementing BIPs and instructional interventions.
Support teachers and other instructional team members in preparing instructional and behavioral support materials.
Support student transitions to other classrooms by modeling, coaching, and providing feedback to the school-based team.
Collect student-specific data and assist others with tracking student progress and maintaining data, including entering data into graphing tools and updating graphs.
Conduct necessary informal assessments, such as preference assessments.
Attend relevant meetings and present data.
Assist with physical behavior management as needed.
Assist with toileting and hygiene routines as needed.
Assist students with travel skills and concept development.
Use augmentative communication devices.
Use computers, iPads, and other technology and assist students with their use.
Perform additional duties as assigned.