Special Education Paraprofessional, Resource

Littleton Elementary School District•Avondale, AZ

13h•Onsite

About The Position

To assist with instruction and supervision of Special Education students through one-on-one and group instruction, supervision and assisting with testing and assessment of student’s progress; and to provide assistance to Teachers as needed. This role involves assisting Special Education students in school classrooms with educational programs, special assignments and individual assistance. The paraprofessional will help students with learning tasks and Individualized Education Programs (IEP), conduct learning exercises to help students achieve learning objectives, and assist with the development of individual learning plans, class lesson plans, and special events. The position also includes assisting with planning, preparation, and distribution of classroom materials. Further responsibilities include supervising students, assisting in maintaining good student conduct, guiding students in work and play activities, alerting teachers to special behavioral and learning issues, documenting special issues and problems, completing required written reports daily, assisting with clerical duties, copying, and record keeping, maintaining MEDICAID in Public Schools (MIPS) Program reporting, assisting students with hygiene and self-help skills, communicating with parents, students, and staff while maintaining confidentiality, enforcing District policies and rules of conduct, and reporting behavior issues and other concerns to a supervisor or Principal.

Requirements

Knowledge of District policies and procedures
Knowledge of classroom procedures and processes
Knowledge of methods and techniques to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics
Knowledge of programs and techniques for working with students with learning disabilities
Knowledge of MEDICAID in Public Schools (MIPS) Program guidelines
Knowledge of safety rules and regulations
Skill in monitoring and improving student behavior and learning skills
Skill in assisting children and special needs students, and assessing educational needs
Skill in maintaining composure, and working effectively under classroom conditions
Skill in using courtesy and respect in instructing students
Skill in reacting quickly to situations that could create personal stress and safety problems
Skill in performing first aid and CPR
Skill in communicating effectively in verbal and written forms
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with co-workers and others
Associate’s Degree; OR High school diploma and certification by Arizona Department of Education (ADE) Paraprofessional (ParaPro) assessment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skill
One (1) year of experience working with children or persons with disabilities
Must pass a thorough background investigation
Documentation of a negative Mantoux skin test or other tuberculosis screening test recommended by the US Centers for Disease Control administered within 12 months before the starting date of employment (for Preschool Requirements)
A Food Handler’s Card authorized through the Arizona Department of Health prior to the starting date of employment (for Preschool Requirements)
First Aid and CPR certifications
Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Responsibilities

Assists Special Education students in school classrooms with educational programs, special assignments and individual assistance as needed
Provides assistance to Teachers as requested; duties may vary according to job assignment
Assists students with learning tasks and Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
Conducts learning exercises to assist students achieve learning objectives with individual assistance or small group sessions
Assists with development of individual learning plans, class lesson plans and special events
Assists with planning, preparation and distribution of classroom materials
Supervises students and assists in maintaining good student conduct
Guides students in work and play activities
Alerts teacher to student’s special behavioral and learning issues
Documents special issues and problems, and assures all required written reports are completed and submitted on a daily basis
Assists with clerical duties, copying and record keeping as needed
Maintains MEDICAID in Public Schools (MIPS) Program reporting as required
Assists students with hygiene and self-help skills as needed
Communicates with parents, students and staff to convey pertinent information while maintaining confidentiality of personal information
Enforces District policies and rules of conduct, and reports behavior issues and other concerns to supervisor or Principal
Performs other duties as assigned