Paraprofessional (Special Education Prek)

Cleveland Metropolitan School District•Carolina, PR

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides assistance with the unique needs of disabled and handicapped special education students. The role may involve considerable physical support and control of students, as well as assistance with instruction in areas such as speech, hearing, and sight. Paraprofessionals are not expected to perform duties in student homes or other non-CMSD locations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Meet one of the highly qualified requirements: an associate degree; at least 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours of study; or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment or Para Educator network assessment.
Possess or be eligible for an Ohio Educational Aide Permit; a valid Ohio Educational Aide Permit is also listed as required.
High moral character.
Genuine interest in children and youth.
Desire to serve the school and community.
Evidence of good health, vitality, and enthusiasm.
Ability to physically manage handicapped students.
Effective written and oral communication.

Nice To Haves

Related college education courses.
Experience working with handicapped students.
State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) certification.

Responsibilities

Become familiar with District initiatives, including The Cleveland Plan and Academic Achievement Plans.
Adapt to students’ individual social-emotional and academic needs.
Respect and discipline students using preventative, proactive, dignified classroom management techniques that reflect structure, equity, and consistency.
Understand and articulate that Special Education is a service, not a destination.
Reinforce students, as directed by the teacher, in academic tasks, social skills, and other instructional program components.
Assist the teacher in implementing behavior management programs.
Provide the teacher with information about student performance during activities.
Identify, locate, and use materials appropriate for each student.
Assist and monitor students during special training activities, such as showering and other self-help skills.
Observe students as directed by the teacher and record specific behaviors outlined in each student's IEP.
Record academic and social progress as required by the teacher.
Assist the teacher in preparing, collecting, and adapting materials.
Collect and use equipment under the teacher's direction.
Maintain materials and equipment in good condition.
Assist the teacher with physical intervention for behavior problems.
Perform other routine duties assigned by the principal.
Participate as a member of a team.