Program Management Support Para - RISE Autism
About The Position
Bloomington Public Schools is hiring a Program Management Support Paraprofessional to support students in the RISE Autism Program at Oak Grove Elementary School. Paraprofessionals provide behavioral and academic support and assist students with instruction and daily living skills. The position is available ASAP and is scheduled for 6.1 hours per day, approximately 8:50 a.m. to 3:26 p.m., five days per week, for 180 days per year. The hourly salary is $23.06–$27.15, with placement based on similar experience. Applicants must have a high school diploma, 60 post-secondary credits or a passing Para Pro Exam score, and PCA certification or the ability to obtain it. Physical requirements include passing a pre-work physical exam and being able to lift up to 50 pounds, push or pull equipment such as standers and wheelchairs, reach overhead repetitively, transfer to and from the floor, and kneel. Successful experience working with special education students in an educational setting is preferred. Bloomington Public Schools offers health and dental insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement and pension savings, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program. Applications are accepted until the position is filled and will be reviewed after five business days. Applicants should submit an online application, cover letter, transcripts, and resume.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- 60 post-secondary education credits or a passing score on the Para Pro Exam.
- PCA certification or the ability to obtain it.
- Ability to pass a pre-work physical exam.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to push and pull equipment, including standers and wheelchairs.
- Ability to repetitively reach overhead.
- Ability to transfer to and from the floor.
- Ability to kneel.
Nice To Haves
- Successful experience working with special education students in an educational setting.
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with licensed and other staff to assist students with academic, behavioral, social/emotional, instructional, and daily living skills.
- Assist with assigned tasks, including instruction and academic support for students.
- Monitor students’ independence skills and implementation of classroom or individual behavior management programs.
- Assist students with daily living activities.
- Communicate students’ progress with case managers.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance plans, including employee-only health insurance coverage at $0 per paycheck.
- District contributions to a Health Savings Account.
- Free life insurance, with coverage also available for a spouse and dependent children through age 26.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Retirement plan or pension savings, with district matching and contributions to the State retirement plan.
- Accrued paid time off, including Earned Personal Leave or sick days.
- Free Employee Assistance Program, including support for mental health, financial health, aging-parent resources, and young-family resources.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
