WD Special Education Paraprofessional - Elementary
About The Position
West District Elementary School (Grades K–4) is seeking a 1:1 Special Service Paraprofessional. The position is 6.5 hours per day, excluding a 30-minute unpaid lunch, during the school year. The paraprofessional provides personal care and hygiene support, including lifting and toileting, and assists with students’ medication regimens. The role may also provide instructional services and classroom support by carrying out teacher-prepared lesson plans, supervising teacher-planned activities, preparing instructional materials, and recording student progress. The paraprofessional works cooperatively with teachers. The position was available immediately and is open until filled.
Requirements
- Associate's degree, two years of college, or equivalent (such as the Para Pathways Assessment) within 90 days of hire.
- Ability to develop and maintain good rapport with students and personable relationships with teachers.
- Ability to carry out oral and written directions.
- May be asked to provide medical or personal care/hygiene that requires lifting up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Prior experience working with school-age children is a plus.
- Experience with ABA, DTI, and excellent data collection practices strongly preferred.
- Relevant life or work experiences that contribute to overall preparedness will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Provide tutoring and one-on-one instruction, circulate in the classroom, and support group instruction.
- Modify instructional materials and assist students with technology, testing, and assessments.
- Observe students; collect, organize, and document data; record student progress; take classroom notes; and take attendance.
- Provide personal care and hygiene support, including lifting and toileting, and assist with medication regimens.
- Monitor hallways or study halls, maintain on-task behavior, correct minor behavioral problems, and escort students to other classes.
- Complete PMT and restraint training.
- Schedule activities; copy, staple, sort, and perform other clerical tasks; operate classroom and media tools; maintain equipment; and run errands.
- Handle records confidentially and perform related duties assigned by the supervisor.
- Work cooperatively with teachers and support staff and students.
Benefits
- Eight paid holidays, 12 sick days, and 3 personal days.
- Eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- $30,000 life insurance and LTD coverage.
- 401a retirement plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
