Special Education Paraprofessional (West Side, South Side)

Concord Community Schools • Elkhart, IN

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About The Position

The Special Education Paraprofessional plays a crucial role in supporting teachers and students within the educational framework of Concord Community Schools. This position focuses on assisting with learning activities that align with the school's educational programming, ensuring that students develop the necessary knowledge and skills for future college and career opportunities.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A positive, student-centered, and solution-focused attitude towards education and students.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with others.
• Punctuality and regular attendance.
• Respect for supervisors.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of students.
• Ability to enforce corporation and school rules and policies.
• Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality policies.
• Ability to use various computer and technology resources.
• A past record clear of criminal activity and child abuse or neglect.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in providing services to meet students' personal and academic needs.
• Supervise students during transitions, recesses, lunches, and other directed times.
• Supplement teacher instruction to support student learning.
• Perform non-instructional duties to support the implementation of special education services.
• Initiate and maintain collaborative relationships with students' parents and families.
• Recognize the basic dignities of students, parents, and colleagues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED