P r i m aryPurpose
- Assist the teacher in the Structured Learning Lab with identified students with disabilities; assist in the preparation and organization of the classroom activities.
Qualifications
Education / Certification
High school diploma or GEDEducational Aide II Certification15college hours or passing score on Paraprofessional ExamSp ecialKnowledge / Skills
Knowledge of ABA StrategiesEffective communication and interpersonal skillsAbilityto work well with childrenPatience, tolerance, and flexibilityKnowledge of general office equipmentExperience
Verifiable experience working with children, e.g., daycare, Sunday school, sports, girl / boyscoutsM majorResponsibilitiesand Duties
Support and assist teachers with teaching duties, including attendance records, typing, preparing instructional materials.Reinforce appropriate behavior in accordance with teacher's plan and assist in classroom discipline and behavior management as developed by the ARD committee and school plan.Assist teachers in guiding individual students or group of student in daily activities, including monitoring personal hygiene, appropriate dress, eating habits, appropriate behavior, etc., in the school setting as well as in the community.Supervise small groups of students in community settings.Contribute to a positive school climate through use of praise, encouragement, and example.Administer to students with severe physical handicaps by lifting, feeding, cleaning, maintaining hygiene, and any other personal services that the student requires.Clean, disinfect, and maintain equipment and supplies.Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality staff development opportunities for personal growth.Research district policy, precedent,and current practices prior to taking action.Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.Demonstrate integrity and ethics.Display proficient levels of technology applications.Utilize time wiselyfor effective management of job responsibilities.Maintain punctuality in daily worktimes, appointments, and meetings.Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school / department are met.Maintain apositive and professional tone in all communication (i.email, written,and verbal).Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.Working Conditions
Mental Demands
Effective verbal communicationAbilityto maintain emotional control under stressPhysical Demands / Environmental Factors
Frequent standing, walking,stooping, bendingOccasional moderate to heavyliftingRiding school bus for community instructionsExposure to chemicals for cleaningDays of Contract
183
Pay Grade
PARA 3
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