Paraprofessional

Jenks Public Schools•Jenks, OK

About The Position

The Paraprofessional assists with implementing programs designed to meet each student’s specific goals and objectives by providing individual attention and additional or enrichment instruction. Under the supervision of the special education teacher, the role supports students individually and in small groups, reinforces expectations and learning introduced by the teacher, and assists with students’ behavioral, instructional, physical, and daily-care needs. The position also supports classroom preparation, student transitions, recordkeeping, collaboration with service providers, and required training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Meet Every Student Succeeds Act requirements by completing at least two years of study (48 hours) at an institution of higher education, holding an associate degree or higher, obtaining a National Career Readiness Certificate through successful completion of the ACT or WorkKeys Assessment, passing the Paraprofessional Assessment Test with a score of at least 455, or passing the Oklahoma General Education (OGET) Test.
Complete and maintain training and skills in Cardiovascular Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid.
Satisfy district requirements regarding physical health and citizenship.
Meet the physical demands of the position, including standing and sitting for extended periods; twisting at the neck and trunk; bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching; lifting or moving up to 50 pounds; handling objects and tools; and repetitive use of fingers and hands.
Have visual abilities including close, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Have adequate hearing and speaking ability to exchange information.

Responsibilities

Work with individual students and small groups under the supervision of the special education teacher to reinforce expectations and learning introduced by the teacher.
Assist the teacher and support behavior intervention plans, if applicable.
Modify materials and help prepare and maintain classrooms for teaching and learning.
Follow schedules and assist students with transitions, including lunch, bathroom, specials, and the nurse clinic.
Assist with lifting students as instructed for safety when moving them to or from a chair, changing table, or toilet.
Assist students with toileting needs as appropriate.
Collaborate with PT, OT, SLP, vision, and orientation specialists to help meet students’ physical and training needs.
Assist with tasks or student support requested by the teacher or principal.
Help maintain student records, including confidentiality and charting academic or behavioral progress.
Complete Oklahoma Special Education Paraprofessional Training or other state-approved LEA training.
Complete annual Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogens Training.
Participate in required professional development and other training programs.
Demonstrate care and concern for students through cooperation and willingness to learn.
Perform other duties as assigned.