ESS Paraprofessional

East Baton Rouge Parish School System•Park Forest, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists teachers to provide for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting. Assists in the implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of the principal and immediate direction of the certified teacher.

Requirements

High school diploma or high school equivalent.
Completed two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education (48 college credit hours with required courses); or received an Associate's degree (or higher) from an accredited institution of higher learning; or a minimum score of 450 on the ETS Parapro Exam.
Proficient in general use of a computer, the use of Email as a form of communication, and other job-specific equipment, software, and/or applications.

Responsibilities

Assists teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of classroom equipment.
Assists teachers in maintaining administrative records and preparing required reports.
Provides orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Assists students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning.
Assists students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene; including catheterization, after proper training is provided.
Helps manage the behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed.
Assumes responsibility for learning and adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative need.
Works with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
Helps supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
Keeps teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
Participates in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
Maintains a professional level of confidentiality concerning personnel and students.
Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies.
Supports the goals and objectives of the school district and follows all district policies.
Demonstrates the ability to attend work on a regular and routine basis to avoid disruption to district operations.
Other duties as assigned that are related to the functions of the position.