Special Education Paraprofessional 7 hrs day - Klamath Union High School

Klamath Falls City Schools • Klamath Falls, OR

1d • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

FUNCTION: To assist the teacher and building administrator in supporting the educational needs of students with diverse learning needs.

Requirements

• AA degree, two years of full-time college or a passing grade on the paraprofessional exam
• Ability to organize and communicate effectively
• Ability to follow directions and learn new procedures
• Ability to provide care for student’s physical needs
• Ability to project a friendly and supportive attitude
• Ability to obtain a CPR and First Aid training certification
• Complete district required trainings (e.g. de-escalation, understanding IEPs and safety trainings)
• Ability to learn and follow delegable medical procedures
• Proven work ethic
• Successful completion of Oregon school-based fingerprinting and criminal history verification as deemed by State of Oregon legislation
• Background Investigation

Responsibilities

• Assist in the assessment of student performance levels
• Assist in the instructions of individual and groups of students as related to students’ IEP goals
• Assist in the feeding, toileting, physical care, health needs and safety of students
• Assist in the supervision of and implementation of individualized support plans
• Assist in the recording and maintenance of student performance data
• Assist in the preparation of instructional and other materials
• Assist students on computers or Chromebooks and with various computer programs and testing programs.
• Supervise a variety of student activities including cafeteria, bus loading and unloading, field trips, hallways, and other areas where students gather
• Perform organizational and clerical tasks as assigned
• Communicate clearly and make independent decisions within established policies and procedures
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Participate as an effective team member
• Participate in professional growth activities
• Comply with district’s rules and policies
• Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodations
• Perform job-related tasks as designated by teacher
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Generous Health, dental, and vision contributions from the district.
• The district assumes and pays the 6% average employee contribution to the Oregon PERS system.
• Student loan forgiveness for those who qualify.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse student population.
• District-supported child care is available.
• Work in a highly supportive environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree