Student support paraprofessional
About The Position
Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher. Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes. Helps students master equipment and/or instructional materials assigned by the teacher. Assists in the implementation of behavioral modification programs as directed and supervised by the teacher. Keep behavioral logs and data (daily and weekly). Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips. Assists students with mobility and personal care. Assists with lunch, snack and cleanup routines. Dress for physical education activities so you can assist students. Meets the buses and assist students in breakfast and lunch routines Assists with wash-ups and toilet routines, diapering and tooth brushing.
Requirements
- Associate’s Degree or higher; OR Completing at least two years, or 48 credit hours of study at an institution of higher education; OR taking and passing a formal assessment measuring one’s knowledge of and ability to assist classroom teachers in reading, writing, and mathematics. (Parapro Assessment and workKeys)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- excellent teamwork skills
Nice To Haves
- Training or experience working with Special Needs Students preferred
- Experience working in an urban setting, preferred
- Experience working with diverse student populations, preferred
- Bilingual applicants (Spanish) strongly encouraged to apply
Responsibilities
- Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning
- Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes
- Helps students master equipment and/or instructional materials assigned by the teacher
- Assists in the implementation of behavioral modification programs as directed and supervised by the teacher
- Keep behavioral logs and data (daily and weekly)
- Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips
- Assists students with mobility and personal care
- Assists with lunch, snack and cleanup routines
- Dress for physical education activities so you can assist students
- Meets the buses and assist students in breakfast and lunch routines
- Assists with wash-ups and toilet routines, diapering and tooth brushing
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
