Specialized Paraprofessional
About The Position
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 Reynoldsburg City Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid state of Ohio Education Aide permit with ESEA credential
- 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
Nice To Haves
- One (1) to two (2) years' experience working a paraprofessional role preferred
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
