Stearns Elementary School Paraprofessional – Special Education/ Restrictive Structured and Intensive
About The Position
Under direct supervision of a licensed teacher/Administrator, this position performs a variety of tasks assisting the teacher/Administrator in the development of an instructional program by working with students individually or in small/large groups. Responsibilities include preparing instructional materials, maintaining classroom discipline, and conducting planned activities using teacher-designated methods and materials. The role requires the individual to be highly qualified and is considered a safety-sensitive position. This position may be child-specific and may require a location change.
Requirements
- Two years of study at an institution of higher education with the ability to provide transcripts showing 48 completed semester credits or 72 completed quarter credits, an Associate’s (or higher) degree, OR a passing score on the Praxis exam
- Physical ability to adhere to OSHA and district safety regulations
- Work within the district’s communicable disease control plan (blood borne pathogens) and be aware of the existence and potential exposure to hazardous chemicals as identified on the MSDS sheets
- Responsibilities include student safety and security
- Must possess the ability to endure hand washing several times each hour
Nice To Haves
- Possessing knowledge, training and experience in dealing with specific disabilities
Responsibilities
- Must be certified to drive a Type 20 Activity Vehicle (Transition Program only)
- Provide assistance to individual students and/or small groups to reinforce educational programs and instruction
- Provide additional supervision to students in the site-based classroom, playground, mainstreamed classes, lunchroom, hallways and other places as assigned
- Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and the maintenance of required record keeping
- Maintain data on student performance and progress and meeting students IEP goals
- Ability to work with children, parents and school personnel
- Must uphold the moral character as required of teachers
- Must maintain confidentiality when associated with the Klamath County School District
- Assist in feeding, toileting, physical care, health needs and the safety of students
- Ability to learn and follow medical policy and procedures in a timely manner
- Ability to become certified and proficient in District adopted CPI – Crisis Prevention Institute
- Must be willing to participate in ongoing training, such as, but not limited to, CPI, lifting/transfer, First Aid/CPR
- Regular attendance is an essential function of this position
- Supervision of students in the classroom while engaged in scheduled activities and take data while conducting educational and behavioral programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
