Paraprofessional (CD)

Cleveland Metropolitan School District•Jones, OK

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paraprofessional provides assistance with the unique needs of students with disabilities in Special Education. The role may involve substantial physical support and control of students, as well as assistance with instruction related to speech, hearing, sight, and other areas. Paraprofessionals are not expected to perform duties in students’ homes or other non-CMSD locations. The paraprofessional supports students’ individual social, emotional, and academic needs; reinforces instruction as directed by the teacher; assists with behavior management and self-help activities; observes and records student behavior and progress; and helps prepare and maintain instructional materials and equipment. The role also includes participating as a team member and performing other routine duties assigned by the principal. Applicants must submit a resume and application through Workday. An employment offer is subject to successful completion of an FBI/BCI background check and drug screen. This posting is intended for internal paraprofessional transfers only.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Possess or be eligible for an Ohio Educational Aide Permit.
Meet at least one Highly Qualified requirement: an associate degree or higher; at least 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours of higher education study; or passing the Para Pro Assessment or another stated formal assessment.
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 students with disabilities.
Effective written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Become familiar with District initiatives, including The Cleveland Plan and Academic Achievement Plans.
Adapt to students’ individual social, emotional, and academic needs.
Use 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 components of the program.
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 behaviors specified in each student’s IEP.
Record academic and social progress as required by the teacher.
Assist the teacher with 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.