Paraprofessional K-Aide

Cranston City School District•Cranston, RI

20h

About The Position

To assist teachers with instructional, behavior management and daily living activities based on individual student needs and ensuring a safe learning environment for all students.

Requirements

Valid Teacher Assistant certificate with instructional qualifications as required by the Rhode Island Department of Education.
Mandatory training in CPR/AED/First Aid, and lifting/behavioral management systems (including physical restraint) is required.

Responsibilities

Assist in small group and individual instructional activities.
Follow teacher direction with regard to assisting/supporting all students in all settings.
Implement modifications and accommodations as specified in student’s IEP.
Utilize prompts and redirection strategies (Sample Strategies: following routines, utilization of picture schedules and maintaining overall consistency in regard to responses/reactions to students).
Work closely with related service providers and general education teachers regarding instruction, behavior management, discipline issues and communication.
Provide transitional support to the student(s) throughout the day as needed.
Assist with completion of data collection and documentation.
Monitor transitions, organization and behavior charting.
Assist in incorporating differential reinforcement in appropriate alternative responses into behavior program/plan
Demonstrate knowledge and expertise in the area of behavior management.
Work closely in utilization of strategies to reduce disruptive, destructive behavior.
Utilize de-escalation techniques to decrease behaviors.
At times maybe required to use physical restraints utilizing CPI/HWC or other behavior management guidelines.
Incorporate differential reinforcement with appropriate alternative responses into behavior program/plan.
Assist students with daily living activities including lifting, toileting, feeding and mobility based on student’s needs.
Assist students who may need hand-over-hand assistance to complete work if required.
Assist students with social interactions with peers and adults, utilizing any communication device as required by the student.
Assist with meeting students upon arrival to school and escort/assist students at dismissal which include walking to and from the bus.
Follow teacher/principal direction in regard to changes in schedule in order to provide appropriate timely support for students assigned to program and/or other classrooms .
Assist with whole class or small group instructional activities.
Photocopy materials
Attend trainings as directed.
Other duties may be assigned.