What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraprofessional position at Arkansas Department of Education?
POSITION TITLE: Special Education Paraprofessional
FSLA: Non-exempt
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
Qualifications
Essential Job Functions
FSLA: Non-exempt
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
Qualifications
- High school diploma
- At least one (1) of the following:
- Two (2) years of college credit;
- An associate's degree (or higher);
- Provide evidence of passing the Arkansas State Board of Education adopted Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment
- Self-motivated with strong organizational skills
- Possess basic knowledge of technology and keyboarding to support student learning
- Demonstrate patience, initiative, and willingness to learn
Essential Job Functions
- Assisting students in achieving academic success.
- Working with students who may be aggressive or disruptive in class.
- Helping students by providing behavioral support.
- Personal care responsibilities.
- Helping students with social integration.
- Consulting and collaborating with the Special Education and General Education teachers.
- Support supervision of and monitor students throughout the school day
- Provide clerical support for program and administration
- Collect student data and share information with appropriate staff
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Present and communicate in a professional manner.
- Work additional hours or overtime as directed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or administration.
