Paraprofessional Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• ISBE Approved Para-professional Certificate
• Ability to assist with lifting and transferring students with physical disabilities; must be able to push wheelchairs as required.
• Commitment to our mission of providing opportunities for people who are blind, visually impaired, dead-blind, or multi-disabled is essential.

Nice To Haves

• Special Education-based experience preferred
• Experience in the educational setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Follow guidelines, goals and activities established for each student by teacher.
• Administer goals and supports for individual students, under the guidance of the Special Education Teacher, per their IEPs.
• Collect and maintain effective goal-based and behavioral data throughout the school day.
• Assist with physical and socialization needs of students.
• Assist students in activities of daily living – i.e. toileting, feeding, personal hygiene, dressing, diapering, etc.
• Assist in general orientation and mobility and exercises under the direction of appropriate staff (Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Orientation & Mobility Instructor).
• Participate with students on field trips and swimming activities, observing and guarding against accidents.
• Observe and assist in completing weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports regarding students’ behavior and development.
• Participate in staff meetings and assist in interpreting the program to parents and guests.
• Attend curriculum and in-service meetings.
• Exhibit constant concern for students’ well-being and safety at all times while on school and agency premises.
• Assist in keeping classrooms clean and orderly.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• 1 hour vacation time per 35 hours worked, up to 40 hours per year
• 1 hour sick time per 35 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year
• Employee recognition events
• Company matched 401(k) plan
• Paid respite throughout the year, including one week in the fall, spring, summer, and August before the new school year, plus a two-week winter respite.