Paraprofessional Level II - Santa Fe Trail High School

Three Lakes Educational Cooperative•Carbondale, KS

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting a teacher in providing specialized instruction to individuals or small groups of students with functional and/or behavior challenges.

Requirements

High School Diploma (Minimum)
Knowledge of and ability to implement de-escalation techniques
Knowledge of and ability to implement behavior management techniques
Knowledge of intensive behavior intervention techniques
Ability to monitor and observe student behavior according to approved policies and procedures
Ability to develop rapport and interact effectively with students
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to handle emotionally charged situations
Ability to interact and collaborate with staff, students, and families in a professional manner
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Skill or ability to learn the delivery and use of online learning programs as needed per school assignment

Responsibilities

Assists in providing instruction to behaviorally challenged individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher.
Administers one-to-one intensive behavior interventions to students.
Actively participates in behavior intervention meetings and professional development
Collects data and records anecdotal student progress notes and maintains behavioral charting data.
Monitors, observes, and reports behavior of students according to approved procedures, including progress regarding student performance and behavior.
Communicates with teachers regarding programs and materials to meet student needs.
Follows health and safety practices and regulations.
Assists students in developing self-help and self-advocacy skills as directed.
Provide instructional support in the area of independent living skills such as cooking, laundry, general personal hygiene, and cleanliness.
Support the implementation of necessary visual supports and modifications to the instructional environment to facilitate student engagement in all settings.
Supports/assists students that are medically fragile or have moderate to significant physical needs.
Assists in implementing specialized student plans (IEP, BIP), as needed.
Directs student group activities as assigned.
Provides assistance with de-escalating student behaviors and reintegration back into the classroom.
Follows cooperative and assigned district policies and procedures.
Completes other duties as assigned.