Specialized Paraprofessional

Reynoldsburg City School District • Reynoldsburg, OH

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Reynoldsburg City Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Primary Job Function: The Reynoldsburg City Schools’ Specialized Paraprofessional is responsible for assisting in the supervision and instruction of special needs students under the supervision of a certificated teacher in a special education classroom; observing and documenting student progress; implementing plans for instruction; and providing clerical support to teachers

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid state of Ohio Education Aide permit with ESEA credential
• One (1) to two (2) years’ experience working a paraprofessional role preferred
• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Knowledge of basic mathematics
• Proficient in Microsoft
• Knowledge of industry best practices for paraprofessionals
• Skilled at effective verbal and written communication
• Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Skilled in collaboration and decision-making, seeking consensus whenever possible
• Skilled in conflict resolution
• Ability to perform oral reading to students individually or in
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to interact with students to maintain discipline, order and resolve disciplinary problems
• Ability to assist students with various physical and intellectual needs
• Ability to handle behavioral situations in a calm and effective manner
• Ability to maintain accurate records and write reports and logs
• Ability to “think outside the box”
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to promote positive staff morale
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regards to leadership, performance and professional growth
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers with lesson delivery and assessments
• Prepares daily behavior charts
• Assists students with classroom activities such as art, music, and physical education classes
• Intervenes with students if their behavior is not appropriate
• Prepares daily behavior charts
• Assists students in toileting, diapering and clothing when necessary
• Assists students at lunch by picking up their lunch trays, cutting food and feeding them if necessary
• Assists students with wheelchairs, standers, walkers, and other adaptive equipment
• Dispenses medications to students as directed

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED