Paraprofessional, Instructional (7.5 hrs/day) (Temporary)

Lake Forest School District•Lake Forest, DE

About The Position

The Instructional Paraprofessional assists teachers, at the direction of the principal, with tasks that promote student learning and well-being. The role supports instruction and classroom management in classrooms and other learning environments, working with students individually and in small groups to reinforce instruction, monitor performance, and support learning. Related clerical tasks may also be performed to support teachers and other professional staff. The position is temporary and scheduled for 7.5 hours per day over 177 days. The start date is mutually agreeable. Salary and work year are established by the Board. Performance is evaluated under the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel. New employees must pass criminal background and child protection registry checks, provide documentation of Mantoux skin test results for entry to the school system, and use mandatory direct deposit. Lake Forest School District supports inclusion practices at all grade levels and maintains an equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy.

Requirements

Currently hold or be eligible for a Paraeducator Permit under Delaware Department of Education requirements.
Satisfactory criminal background check before being placed on payroll.
Satisfactory child protection registry check.
Documentation of Mantoux skin test results for entrance to the school system.
Use of mandatory direct deposit.
Frequent bending, walking, running, and lifting objects or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds may be required.
Assistance with physically aggressive behaviors may be required.
Additional training to accommodate students’ special needs may be required.

Responsibilities

Work with classroom teachers to provide instructional and developmental activities for students.
Assist individual students and groups in reinforcing teacher-led learning across subject areas and motor activities.
Support content-area instruction for small groups and individual students.
Reinforce appropriate student behaviors and use classroom-management strategies in collaboration with the teacher.
Provide prompts that support student engagement and participation during large-group activities.
Support students in academic and non-academic classes.
Assist with alternative tests and assessments.
Implement student Behavior Intervention Plans, learning contracts, token economies, and other reinforcement systems across settings, including proactive and responsive strategies for inappropriate behaviors.
Monitor students engaged in independent work and similar activities.
Support implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Review and reinforce classroom lessons and learning experiences with students who need individual or close attention.
Provide teachers with information about the learning process, behavior-management programs, individual student needs, and student progress; keep teachers informed of learning needs.
Assist with classroom activities and prepare instructional materials requiring knowledge of the subject matter.
Set up and operate equipment and use assistive technology and other equipment to support student learning and communication.
Help maintain order and discipline, manage student behavior, and assist with crisis intervention.
Prepare instructional materials as requested by the teacher.
Assist with routine care, including personal hygiene, toileting, feeding, and other custodial tasks, as required or requested.
Assist assigned students with arrival and departure routines.
Maintain confidentiality of student records, IEPs, files, and health information.
Perform related duties as assigned.