Para 2, ESE
About The Position
The Paraprofessional 2, Exceptional Student Education (ESE), assists school staff in the care and management of enrolled students while they are at school. The role is performed under the direction of a teacher and supervised by the principal, who evaluates performance through observation, critiques, and/or records and reports. The position follows a daily schedule and assigned duties and supports students with disabilities in instructional and school activities, including community-based activities on and off campus. District employees are expected to demonstrate regular and predictable attendance, support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan, act with civility and professionalism, and maintain the professional knowledge and skills needed to perform their duties. Responsibilities and tasks listed may change based on district needs.
Responsibilities
- Follow the daily schedule and assigned duties.
- Assist the teacher in implementing district instructional programs and prepare and organize instructional materials as directed.
- Participate in in-service and professional development activities.
- Follow teacher lesson plans and provide supervision in the teacher’s absence.
- Provide care, well-being, and supervision for students with disabilities as directed by the teacher.
- Maintain positive, professional communication among students, staff, and parents, as applicable, under the teacher’s direction.
- Assist with Paraprofessional I duties as directed by the teacher.
- Assist with implementing the classroom management system.
- Assist with sign language or augmented communication systems related to students’ communication needs.
- Implement teacher-directed instructional activities, such as read-alouds, small-group lessons, art, music, and cooking activities.
- Perform light custodial duties related to safety and hygiene in the classroom and other environments accessed by students.
- Assist students with community-based instruction and training on and off campus.
- Supervise student behavior using positive behavior supports and interventions in classrooms, lunchrooms, on school grounds, and at off-campus activities.
- Participate in parent involvement activities, which may include conferences, as directed by the teacher.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Adapt to changes, manage competing demands, accept feedback, and adjust approach to the situation.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships, communicate tactfully, support coworkers, cooperate in group situations, and work to resolve conflicts.
- Respond to service requests, follow instructions and management direction, take responsibility for actions, and meet attendance and punctuality expectations.
- Maintain job knowledge, learn and apply new skills, keep abreast of developments, use resources effectively, and work with minimal supervision.
- Follow safety and security procedures, use equipment and materials properly, and report potentially unsafe conditions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
