Para Pro Ex Ed Job Coach SY 24-25

(2-3 sentences describing job purpose): ): Works under the supervision of a special education teacher to assist with implementation of supports and services reflected in an Individual Education Program (IEP).Provides supports to instructional program with specific responsibilities to support work experience opportunities for students. Coaches students in becoming more independent in the transition experience. Knowledgeable about the SKEMA (Skills, Knowledge and Experience Assessment)

Incumbents may be assigned to work with 1 to 2 specific students. If that student/s move to a different school, the Para-Pro will be offered the opportunity to move with that student/s. Should the opportunity be declined, continued employment at the current school will be based on business need.

Reports to: Special Education Teacher and School Building Administrator

Department Name: Exceptional Education

: List, in the order of importance or time spent, the essential duties/tasks performed by the position.This is not an exhaustive list and employees may be assigned additional duties by management as required.Regular and reliable attendance is an expectation of the job.

Job Duty/Resp. 1:

Assists special education teachers and related staff with the implementation of students’ IEPs, functional behavioral assessments, safety plans, and/or behavior intervention plans for the purpose of supporting lesson plans and/or developing students’ transition skills.

Job Duty/Resp. 2:

Knowledgeable about implementation of SKEMA and ensuring that training for students revolves around the SKEMA.

Job Duty/Resp. 3:

Monitors student performance in a variety of work sites according to program guidelines (e.g. visits job sites, obtains employer evaluations, serves as a liaison between employer and student, etc.) for the purpose of identifying areas requiring additional training on techniques and methods for maintaining solid work habits.

Job Duty/Resp. 4:

Monitors student’s job locations for the purpose of ensuring compliance with pertinent child labor laws, insurance guidelines, and safety.

Job Duty/Resp. 5:

Monitors, collects and records students’ behavior, work behavior and/or academic performance as directed by the teacher.

Job Duty/Resp. 6:

Facilitates and models appropriate social interactions and behaviors among students.

Provides training in transition skills (e.g. work requirements, interviewing skills, self-determination, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing their readiness for employment and post-secondary options.

Job Duty/Resp. 7:

Attends and actively participates in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and understanding of special populations and work-based learning, including training for proper restraint procedures.

Job Duty/Resp. 8:

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Duty/Resp. 9:

Maintains professionalism and confidentiality. Models respectful behavior towards students, peers and supervisors.

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Education and Experience Requirements

Education (training/degree) : Required minimum: Associate’s Degree in applicable field of study or 48 hours of college credit hours from an accredited college or university or successful completion of Praxis certification.

Licenses, Certifications or Registrations Required: see above

Experience: Per TN State requirements, must be at least 21 years of age. Prior experience working with children is preferred.

Skills Required: Proficient in basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrates professionalism and a positive attitude. Able to maintain confidentiality. Able to operate a mechanic lift.

Data Responsibility:

Level 2: Collects, classifies, and formats data or information.

People Responsibility:

Level 3: Attends to the needs or requests of people and exchanges information with them.

Assets Responsibility:

Level 1: Requires minimum responsibility for only small quantities of low cost items or supplies where opportunities for achieving economies or preventing loss are negligible.

Mathematical Requirements:

Level 2: Uses addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; may compute ratios, rates, and percentages.

Communications Requirements:

Level 2: Reads routine sentences or instructions; writes routine sentences and completes routine work forms; speaks routine sentences using standard grammar.

Complexity of Work:

Level 5: Performs coordinating work involving guidelines and rules with constant problem solving; requires continuous, close attention for accurate results or frequent exposure to unusual pressure.

Impact of Decisions:

Level 4: Makes decisions with moderately serious impact - affects work unit and may affect other units or citizens.

Equipment Usage (if applicable):

Level 1: Handles machines, tools, equipment, or work aids involving little or no latitude for judgment regarding attainment of standard or in selecting appropriate items.

Safety of Others:

Level 3: Requires responsibility for the safety and health of others and for occasional enforcement of the laws and standards of public health and safety.

ADA Requirements/Compliance

Physical Demands:

Level 4: Requires light to medium work involving standing or walking most of the time, (exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular basis.)

Additional requirements: Unlimited reaching to shoulder height; frequently climbs stairs, exposure to temperature extremes

Unavoidable Hazards:

Level 8: The position is exposed to extreme heat/cold, wet or humid conditions, bright/dim lights, dust or pollen, intense noise levels, traffic, disease/pathogens, and violence.

Sensory Requirements:

Level 2: The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception.

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.ADA requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Qualifications

See job description

Primary Location

:Nashville-Southwest-Harris-Hillman Special Education

Work Locations

:Harris-Hillman Special Education1706 - 26th Avenue SouthNashvilleTN

Job

:Instructional SupportJob Schedule:Full-Time