Special Education Paraprofessional
Southwest West Central Service Cooperative•New London, CT
14h•$20 - $26
About The Position
The Special Education Paraprofessional provides assistance to children, teachers and/or mental health professional/practitioner in providing an appropriate, safe learning environment to students enrolled in special educational programs. Some students may have challenging behaviors.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Proof of Personal Care Assistant (PCA) certification; new paraprofessional must be certified within two weeks of hire date
- Successfully obtain PCM certification through training provided by SWWC
- Passing score (80% or better) on SWWC Level 1 skills assessment; passing score must be obtained by the end of the introductory period to continue employment
- Valid Driver’s License
- Criminal background check will be conducted on successful applicant
Responsibilities
- provides assistance to children
- provides assistance to teachers
- provides assistance to mental health professional/practitioner
- providing an appropriate, safe learning environment to students enrolled in special educational programs
Benefits
- This role includes benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
