SPED Para II Lifeskills - Secondary

Alpine School District•Pleasant Grove, UT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Para-Educator II supports the instructional program under the direction of an assigned classroom teacher. The role assists with supervision, care, and instruction of students with special needs in regular or self-contained classrooms; helps implement instructional plans; monitors student behavior during instructional and non-instructional periods; and provides information to appropriate school personnel. This position is non-contract, offers no benefits, and is scheduled for 24 hours per week at an hourly rate of $17.58.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Job-related experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and materials under the supervising teacher’s direction to support classroom objectives and IEP goals.
Administer immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional.
Assist students with self-care activities, including toileting, washing, changing diapers, eating, dressing, and grooming.
Attend job-specific trainings, such as first aid and behavior management training.
Collect data to support teachers and prepare reports or process forms.
Communicate with supervising instructional staff and professional support personnel to help evaluate student progress and implement IEP objectives.
Implement behavioral plans designed by the IEP team under the assigned teacher’s supervision.
Maintain instructional materials and manual and electronic files or records.
Monitor students in assigned periods and school environments to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
Provide individual and group instruction under the assigned teacher’s supervision, including academic subjects, social skills, and daily living skills.
Attend meetings and in-service presentations, such as first aid, CPR, and emergency procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.