Special Needs Paraprofessional
Oxford Public Schools•Oxford, CT
•Onsite
About The Position
Special Needs Paraprofessional To help the teacher accomplish teaching objectives by meeting the special needs of students or small groups to help achieve appropriate skill levels. Assists the teacher to provide a well organized, smoothly functioning class environment.
Requirements
- Two years of college credit or hold an associate’s (or higher) degree or evidence of passing the Parapro Test.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with students in inclusive and small group settings.
- Previous experience working with special education students.
- Willingness to be trained to assist all instructional and behavioral needs of the students.
Responsibilities
- Assists students with individual, special needs including but not limited to personal hygiene needs, toileting, and any other care permitted by law.
- Assists the teacher in providing instruction to the children, by reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual student needs, interests, and abilities.
- May require placing and securing students on a bus and riding the bus to and from school daily of some students.
- Carry over and apply skills from ongoing training.
- Any duties as assigned by the administration.
Benefits
- Salary as per the current Labor Agreement with differential.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
