SY 26-27 Special Education Paraprofessional

Center School District•Kansas City, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Paraprofessional assists in the supervision, care, and instruction of special needs students within various classroom settings. This role involves helping to implement instructional plans, monitor student behavior, communicate with school personnel, and perform clerical tasks. The goal is to support special needs students in their academic and social growth within the school environment.

Requirements

Adhering to safety practices.
Operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications.
Preparing and maintaining accurate records.
Using district-approved crisis intervention.
Basic math skills.
Ability to read and follow instructions.
Understanding complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices.
Knowledge of age-appropriate student activities.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of conflict resolution.
Knowledge of stages of child development/behavior.
Knowledge of safe handling of blood-borne pathogens and crisis de-escalation techniques.
Ability to schedule activities and/or meetings.
Ability to gather and/or collate data.
Ability to use job-related equipment.
Flexibility to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances.
Flexibility to work with data utilizing defined but different processes.
Flexibility to operate equipment using standardized methods.
Ability to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups.
Ability to work with a variety of data.
Ability to utilize a variety of job-related equipment.
Problem-solving skills to analyze issues and create action plans.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities.
Ability to communicate with diverse groups.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to work with constant interruptions.

Nice To Haves

Job related experience is desired.
Sixty (60) college credit hours or Praxis for Para Educators is required for Title I Buildings.

Responsibilities

Adapts and provides accommodations of classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the teacher.
Aids students in and out of the classroom with tasks such as packing backpacks, note-taking, relationship building, field trips, and social skills.
Assists students with personal care needs due to medical conditions or physical limitations, such as lavatory and nutritional support.
Attends meetings and in-service presentations to acquire and convey information relevant to job functions and meet State requirements.
Collaborates with staff to provide necessary support and information related to student progress as established in their Individual Educational Program (IEP).
Implements behavioral plans for students as designed by the IEP team.
Implements educational and behavioral programming under the supervision of certified staff.
Instructs students in academic subjects, social skills, and daily living skills in individual and group settings to meet IEP goals.
Maintains instructional materials and data sheets to ensure availability and provide reliable information on student progress.
Monitors students during assigned periods in various school environments to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
Performs administrative support and record-keeping functions to conform to State and Federal program standards.
Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of collecting significant amounts of data and managing significant behavior.