Special Education Paraprofessional (Junior High School)

Concord Community Schools • Elkhart, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Persons in this position may perform any of the essential duties defined below. However, this position description does not define all potential duties related to this position, and persons may be asked to perform other duties in support of the Corporation’s mission. Primary Function: To assist teachers and students with learning activities aligned with the Corporation’s educational programming to continuously develop students’ knowledge and skills so that they are prepared to pursue college and/or career opportunities.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or an equivalent
• A positive, student-centered, and solution-focused attitude towards education and students
• The ability to establish and maintain cooperative and collaborative relationships with others
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Punctuality and regular attendance
• Respect for supervisors
• The ability to work with diverse groups of students
• The ability to enforce corporation and school rules and policies
• The ability to adhere to strict confidentiality policies
• The ability to use various computer and technology resources
• A past record clear of criminal activity and child abuse or neglect

Responsibilities

• Recognize the basic dignities of students, parents and families, colleagues, and subordinates.
• Exercise due care to protect the mental and physical safety of students.
• Supervise students during transitions, recesses, lunches, and other times as directed.
• Assist teachers in providing services to meet students’ personal needs and academic needs.
• Supplement teacher instruction to support student learning.
• Perform non-instructional duties to support the implementation of special education services.
• Initiate and maintain collaborative relationships with students’ parents and families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED