Special Education Paraprofessional (Gateway Program 1:1)

CAPS Collaborative•Westminster, MA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The paraprofessional will assist a certified teacher with providing specially designed instructional and non-instructional activities for students with significant multiple disabilities, including sensory impairments. This position requires the Paraprofessional to work in small groups and one-to-one with students on a regular basis in an effort to provide the student with the physical and emotional support they need to participate and gain the full benefits of the educational program provided.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Respect and maintain student and family confidentiality
Cooperates successfully as a team member
Communicates effectively with other members of the team including giving and receiving feedback. This includes written and oral communication.
Maintain regular attendance.
Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills, to carry out assignments, put in essential time and effort.
Perform delegated duties with level of expertise and assume responsibility for own professional development.
High school diploma required
Able to demonstrate physical control and restraint positions to be implemented when physical control is necessary as a last resort due to an individual's dangerous behavior.
Able to navigate all areas of the school quickly including indoor and outdoor areas.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree or two years of college highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibility for assisting the classroom teacher in academic instruction in a self-contained life-skills and functional academic classroom for students 18-22 years old.
Assist the classroom teacher in setting clear and structured limits relative to student needs.
Escort student (e.g. bathroom, classroom, community etc....) for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and safe arrival to and/or from a destination.
Supervises, supports and models vocational opportunities in the community.
Understand and develop team intervention strategies and techniques.
Recognize the importance of staff attitude and professionalism in responding effectively to those in your charge.
Under teacher direction, assist in preparation of classroom materials.
Under teacher direction, correct and/or grade student class work.
Assist with other staff in providing supervision for transitions.
Supervise students during transitions to class, lunch or recess, bathrooms, offices, and buses.
Assist other staff in supervision of volunteer opportunities, activities or field trips.
Provide for record keeping and other clerical duties as determined by the teacher.
Perform as an appropriate role model to students at all times
Under the supervision of teaching staff, direct and support the student in physical education opportunities and other related movement activities.
Maintain professional boundaries and ensure student/staff confidentiality as appropriate within the educational Team
Contribute to professional growth and collaboration by staying informed on current literature/resources in the field and actively participating in staff meetings and professional development opportunities
Other duties as assigned by supervisors.