Paraprofessional

Martha Obryan Center•Nashville, TN

About The Position

In accordance with the Explore! Community School mission and values, paraprofessionals work directly with students with disabilities in General and Special Education settings. They work collaboratively with teachers and leaders on academic, behavioral, and physical tasks. The goal is to encourage students to actively engage in learning and become more independent.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to work with children in developmentally appropriate and kind ways.
Proven ability to work as a member of a team with a commitment to personal learning.
Ability to remain neutral and calm, even in stressful situations.
Flexible attitude.
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
Additional skills that enhance students’ academic experience, such as being multilingual or a musician, are highly sought.

Responsibilities

Provides small-group instruction under the guidance and supervision of certificated teachers and staff members.
Implements students’ individualized education plans (IEPs), safety plans, and/or behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
Facilitates and models appropriate social interactions and behaviors among students.
Monitors, collects, and records students’ behavioral and/or academic performance as directed by the Exceptional Education and/or General Education Teacher.
Helps students develop productive learning and studying habits.
Assists students with toileting and/or personal hygiene needs.
Participates in professional development opportunities and professional learning communities, where available.
Assists students loading and unloading the bus or car and transports students in their wheelchairs, among other support tasks.
Supervises children during meal times, transition times, and other events such as school assemblies or recess.