Special Education Paraprofessional

Cooperative Educational Service Agency 6•Larsen, WI

52d•$20•Hybrid

About The Position

We are hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional, come join our team! CESA 6 offers great benefits for full time employees such as: Health, Dental and Vision insurance; Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS); Wellness Program; Accident/Critical Illness/Hospital Indemnity insurance; Pet insurance; paid vacation and holidays. See CESA 6 Values Here Work for CESA 6 video SUMMARY: The Alternative School Paraprofessional reports directly to the Alternative Education Center Director and works with students who require a more structured educational setting that focuses on their social and emotional learning as well as academics in an alternative setting. The Alternative School Paraprofessional assists the Alternative School Teacher(s) in providing social and emotional instruction as well as general academics to students with emotional and behavioral deficits in an off-site setting.

Requirements

Solid educational background including a High School diploma.
Special Education Program Aide certification from the WI Department of Public Instruction, which can be applied for after hire and is reimbursable.
Current knowledge of specific disabilities, including trauma informed care & de-escalation strategies, appropriate instructional techniques/methods, positive behavioral interventions, and effective classroom organization.
CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification in NonViolent Crisis Intervention Training.
Model the core values of the agency.
Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with diverse work teams.
Excellent interpersonal skills to facilitate an overall work environment of mutual respect and collaboration.
Positive attitude, growth mindset and solution focused
Ability to interpret and administer policies and procedures consistently and objectively.
Communicate effectively and timely, both verbally and in writing, to a diverse audience.
Plan, organize and prioritize work.
Remain flexible in order to adapt to changes in the work environment.
Excellent time-management with ability to manage schedules and meet deadlines.
Problem-prevention and problem-solving skills.
Work accurately with close attention to detail.
Exhibit a high degree of confidentiality of sensitive information and process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Work effectively, professionally and tactfully with internal agency staff and external clients.
Ability to set and meet high standards of customer service (internal and external).
Exhibit a professional, businesslike appearance and demeanor.
Computer skills, including email, Google Drive, word processing and virtual meetings.
Professionally represent the agency and public, private and parochial school districts in interactions with staff, customers and community.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in behavioral self-contained classrooms or Special Education preferred.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with a strong teaching/support team involving a variety of educational professionals.
Contribute to a positive, student centered teaching team.
Support students with emotional and behavioral challenges and assist them in developing appropriate social and regulation skills.
Works with students, both in-group settings or individually, for the purpose of assisting with specific instructional tasks.
Support the classroom teacher in all aspects of classroom management, preparation and implementation of current teaching strategies.
Provides and fosters a safe, positive and nurturing learning environment for students with emotional and behavioral challenges; attending to their academic and emotional needs.
Use NVCI Training methods when the need arises.
Perform clerical work, including: attendance, daily recording of behaviors, updating student files with academic, medical and behavioral reports.
Take responsibility for professional growth based on feedback, research and best practice.
Perform other duties as assigned.