SpEd Self-Contained Paraeducator

Granite School District•Rolling Meadows, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The special education self-contained paraeducator assists the supervising teacher by performing a variety of task to support instruction and classroom programming. The special education paraeducator always works under the direction of the supervising teacher. The main responsibilities of the paraeducator is to provide direct services to students. The special education teacher will design, supervise, and coordinate the activities of each special education paraeducator. Attendance, physical presence, and timeliness are required and are essential functions of this position.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
One of the following if working in a Ttile 1 school: 48 hours of college credit; or pass the ParaPro exam.
Ability to follow the directions outline by the special education teacher and related service professionals for instructional practice, behavioral interventions, and functional skills development.
Skilled in the operation of specific achievement testing and data collection.
Ability to effectively manage stress.

Nice To Haves

Prior work with those with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement drill and practice exercises designed by the teacher to groups, as well as individual students.
Keep accurate data on assigned groups and/or individual students.
Supervise and monitor student instructional activities within the school and in the assigned community settings.
Provide personal maintenance care for students related to self-help and hygiene.
Implement appropriate procedures consistently in managing the behavior of students in accordance with district policies.
Support a school environment that helps students develop and maintain a positive self-concept.
Supervise students to help provide a safe learning environment.
Appropriately use classroom materials/technology.
Assist students in regular classes.
Prepare and adapt instructional materials under the direction of the classroom teacher.
Maintain professional confidentiality regarding student progress, physical/emotional limitations, discussing these only with supervising teacher, related service professionals, administrator, or program coordinator.
Must be able to work assigned hours.
Bus supervision may be included.
Participate in professional development training required by the Special Education Department.