Special Education Para
About The Position
The Special Education Para aids and supports teachers and other certified personnel in implementing instructional programs and related services for students with disabilities. The role provides individual or group instruction under a certified teacher’s supervision, supports students’ physical and medical needs, and assists with classroom and school activities. The position is based at Robinson High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, and requires 7.5 hours of work per day for 178 contract days. The role is classified, non-exempt, and benefits eligible. Reassignment may occur if a student is absent or leaves the district.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Meet one of the following: complete 60 credit hours at an institution of higher education; obtain an associate’s degree or higher; or pass a paraprofessional academic assessment test.
- Ability to work with students with special needs.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one or group instruction under the supervision of a certified teacher.
- Implement behavior management techniques as directed by the teacher or building principal.
- Assist with students’ physical needs, including feeding, toileting, dressing, catheterization, and physical management.
- Administer medications and provide other medical supports as prescribed and directed by the school nurse.
- Complete daily work schedules as assigned by the teacher or principal.
- Assist the teacher with classroom maintenance.
- Assist with lunchroom, recess, and bus duties for students.
- Follow Board of Education policies, district and school guidelines, and regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Benefits eligible.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
