Special Education Para-Educator

Pulaski County Special School District•Little Rock, AR

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Para-Educator will aid and support teachers and other certified personnel in implementing the instructional program and related services for students with disabilities at Robinson High School.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED
Completed two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education or obtained an associate’s degree (or higher) degree or passed a paraprofessional academic assessment test
Ability to work with special students

Responsibilities

Implement instructional activities with students as directed by the teacher/building principal in school and community sites.
Assist in the preparation of lesson plans, instructional materials, and data collection.
Assume responsibility for being prepared to perform instructional duties as prescribed.
Acquire knowledge of the curriculum content of the classes in which he/she assists.
Implement behavior management techniques as directed by teacher/building principal.
Assist with the physical needs including (but not limited to) feeding, toileting, dressing, catheterization, physical management, etc. of the students.
Some heavy lifting of students is required.
Administer medications and other medical supports as prescribed and directed by the school nurse.
Complete daily work schedules as assigned by the teacher/principal.
Assist the teacher with the maintenance of the classroom.
Assist with duties such as lunchroom, recess, bus, etc.
Participate in inservices, staffing and faculty meetings, etc.
Know Board of Education policies, district and school guidelines, regulations and adhere to the same.
Perform other duties as assigned.