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ParaprofessionalFocused Staffing • Wilmington, DE, US
Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional

Focused Staffing • Wilmington, DE, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Paraprofessional

Terms of Employment : Minimum 12-week Assignment

Reports to : Building Dean

Compensation : Pays up to $20 per hour

Qualifications / Requirements :

  • Two years of college or high school graduation; Valid DE Teaching Certificate Preferred.
  • Paraeducator training is preferred.
  • CPR / First Aid certification.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all stakeholders, including administrators, colleagues, students, parents, and others.
  • Current police, child abuse, FBI, and Act 24 background checks.

Reports To :

  • Special Education Teacher
  • Special Education Supervisor
  • Special Education Behaviorist

    • General Duties and Responsibilities :

    As a Special Education Paraeducator, you will play a crucial role in supporting certified teachers and students with special needs. Your responsibilities include :

    Specific Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Actively assist in implementing lesson plans, providing reinforcement, instruction / tutoring, and documenting student progress throughout the school day.
  • Observe, monitor, and redirect the behavior of assigned students during regular classroom time, special class times, transition periods, and field trips according to school and program procedures.
  • Maintain accurate records of student progress and behavior for school programs and external agencies as required.
  • Assist the teacher with testing, record-keeping, and progress monitoring for assigned students.
  • Under the teacher's guidance, communicate with parents and staff regarding student progress and participate in interdisciplinary and inter-agency meetings as necessary.
  • Be flexible in responding to additional needs that may arise based on individual cases.
  • Provide a nurturing and inclusive environment for all students, enforcing school policies and procedures consistently to ensure the health and safety of all.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment.
  • Uphold a professional, confidential, and ethical relationship with colleagues, students, and parents at all times.
  • Attend and actively participate in all faculty meetings, in-service sessions, and other meetings as required.
  • Stay informed about educational developments, including PDE regulations and state / national standards, through ongoing professional development, workshops, and conferences.
  • Perform related duties, special assignments, and projects as assigned.

    • Job Type : Full-time

    Schedule : 8-hour shift, Monday to Friday

    Location : Wilmington, DE

    Education :

  • High school diploma or equivalent (Preferred)

    • Experience :

  • Special education : 1 year (Preferred)
  • Childcare : 1 year (Preferred)

    • Work Location : In-person

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