Paraeducator Substitute

The Maryland School for the Blind • MD

85d

About The Position

The position involves assisting the classroom teacher in the implementation of individualized educational programs (IEP) under supervision. The role includes supporting the development and implementation of classroom instruction, monitoring IEPs, and assisting students with personal hygiene tasks and other activities. The position requires engagement in various student activities, including swimming, and the use of technology such as augmentative communication devices and computers.

Requirements

• Requires a minimum of an Associate Degree, 48 college credits, or a ParaPro Assessment. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Basic knowledge of special education classroom principles and practices, and their application to the instruction of students with multiple disabilities and visual impairments including blindness preferred.
• Experience instructing students with severe and profound disabilities, or students with emotional disorders and use of behavior management strongly preferred.
• Basic knowledge of child development and visual impairment and related materials, i.e. large print and Braille preferred.
• One year of experience in a youth leadership role preferred.
• Basic knowledge of orthopedically disabled children including handling, lifting, positioning, and feeding techniques, and use of related equipment preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of computers, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite.
• Ability to push and pull in excess of 100 pounds and ability to lift in excess of 50 pounds with assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Gastrostomy tube (G-tube)/Medication Management Certification
• Braille
• Sign Language
• Lifting, Transfers & Positioning/Mechanical Lift
• Computer Skills
• Driving Certification to transport students
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) Training

Responsibilities

• Assists teacher with the development and implementation of classroom instruction including curricular programs, data collection and the creation of instructional materials.
• Assists teacher in developing, implementing, and monitoring IEPs.
• Assists students in performance of personal hygiene tasks and toileting.
• Supervises student activities, including getting into the pool when necessary.
• Assists students with travel skills and concept development.
• Programs and uses augmentative communication devices.
• Uses and assists students with use of computers and iPads.
• Provides vocational job coaching.
• Uses sign language and Braille as needed.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.
• Assists with G-tube feeding when necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree