Paraeducator - Exceptional Student Education Self Cont (IDEA)

Polk County Public Schools • Lakeland, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position assists with the instructional program for Exceptional Student Education (ESE) students. It provides clerical assistance, student supervision, behavior management, and related educational support throughout the school day. Duties are performed under the general supervision of supervisors and teachers. Performance is evaluated through observation of work and/or periodic conferences, critiques, records, and reports.

The role includes attending meetings and in-service training as necessary and becoming familiar with the philosophies, policies, procedures, equipment, and work site. The paraeducator supports classroom instruction and activities, prepares instructional materials, uses technology to enhance instruction and complete assigned tasks, and provides clerical and student-supervision support. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited high school or completion of a GED.
• At least 60 college credit hours, an associate's degree or higher from an accredited school, or a passing score on the Para Pro exam.
• Sincere interest in educating and working with exceptional children.
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions, speak and write coherently, keep records, and make simple reports.
• Ability to work cooperatively and act professionally with other school personnel and parents.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual/biliterate skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings, serve on committees, and attend appropriate in-service training as necessary.
• Become acquainted with the philosophies, policies, procedures, equipment, and work site where assigned.
• Provide clerical assistance, including grading papers, collecting forms and homework, updating folders, assisting with testing, taking attendance, copying, ordering supplies, filing, and maintaining medication records.
• Supervise students during meals, special programs and classes, staffings, field trips, bus loading and unloading, and yard duty.
• Reinforce instruction for individuals and small groups in various settings and programs; tutor students and assist with physical therapy.
• Prepare instructional materials, bulletin boards, and art projects.
• Assist in the classroom with projects, student supervision, field trips, discipline reinforcement, and coordination of volunteer projects.
• Use technology to enhance instruction and aid in assigned tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED