Skills Support Paraprofessional

South Washington County Schools Isd 833 • Cottage Grove, MN

36d • $22 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for student supervision and support with academic and behavior management skills within the Positive Attitude Room (PAR), Take-A-Break Room (TAB), Pride Room, and/or In-School Suspension Room (ISS) at the elementary level.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to meet District 833's Highly Qualified requirements.
• Competencies as required by State of Minnesota, Federal government, and/or District 833.
• Proven teamwork, confidentiality, and communication skills.
• Actively participate in district-sponsored training when offered.
• Possess the skills and ability to reinforce math, reading, and writing skills.
• Models appropriate behavior, neat appearance, and proper grammar usage for all students. Helps provide a positive learning environment.
• Ability to perform routine computer functions, including email, Internet navigation and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to pass Paraprofessional fitness for duty tests.
• Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds.
• Prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
• Communicates with students, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and the community in a positive and responsive way that is consistently welcoming and enhances effective work relationships.
• Demonstrates an appreciation of diversity in all interactions and job functions.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Crisis Management (PCM) training or willing to be trained.
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic academics and behavior characteristics of elementary students

Responsibilities

• Supervise students referred to school specific room.
• Intervene, as appropriate, using strategies such as peer mediation, conflict resolution, problem solving, and/or behavioral management techniques.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with students to enhance their self-concept and a positive attitude toward learning.
• Assist students individually or in small groups with academic assignments previously assigned by classroom teachers.
• Assist students individually or in small groups in conflict resolution and management, as directed.
• Provide communication with parents as needed.
• Provide weekly, monthly, and/or year-end reports as requested by building principal.
• Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families, and staff.
• Maintain a high level of fairness, confidentiality, respect and equity for all students, staff and families.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life insurance, supplemental life insurance, dependent life insurance, and long-term disability coverage
• voluntary plans such as accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and identity protection, along with flexible spending accounts, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and retirement plans

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees