Start Date : Upon Hire
Schedule : 183-day Non-Union Hourly Employee, followoing the teacher's school year calendar.
Work Hours : 7 : 15 a.m. - 2 : 45 p.m., which includes half hour unapid lunch
Pay Rate : $ 20.00 - $25.00 / hr
JOB SUMMARY : Under the direction of the Director of Special Education
Role of Paraprofessionals in a General Education Classroom :
- The paraprofessional's role is to support the student with disabilities in the general education classroom.
- The paraprofessional is responsible for following the rules, guidelines, and expectations in the general education classroom.
- The classroom teacher provides instruction of the curriculum; the paraprofessional collaborates on modifying the curriculum with the general education and the special education teachers.
- The paraprofessional's role will vary depending on the unique needs of the students in the classroom and what is on their IEP's.
- The paraprofessional may be responsible for behavior management, re-teaching or reinforcing skills, working with students in small groups, and reinforcing self-help skills.
Role of the Paraprofessional in a Vocational Setting :
Education and / or Experience :
Paraprofessionals in a vocational setting must have experience with the equipment and tools of the specific program assignedDuties and Responsibilities :
Assist the primary vocational instructor with teaching activities and production activitiesDemonstrate proper operation of shop tools and equipment in accordance with the shop programDemonstrate safety practices and procedures in accordance with the shop programMonitor students when operating tools and equipmentMonitor safety practices and proceduresSupport and assist in the enforcement of school and district rulesConduct individual and / or small group instructional activities when directed to do so by the instructorBe familiar with appropriate instructional materials as they pertain to shop placementWhat the Paraprofessional is NOT responsible for in any setting - academic or vocational :
The paraprofessional cannot represent himself or herself as a qualified teacher / service provider or be used as a substitute for a qualified teacher / service provider unless he / she possesses the appropriate certification / licensure to function as a substitute and is hired as a substituteThe paraprofessional cannot re-write curriculumsThe paraprofessional cannot create new, alternative instruction without the direction of a teacher or other certified personnelThe paraprofessional cannot implement behavior ideas without the direction of the teacher or other certified personnelThe paraprofessional cannot take complete responsibility for any studentsThe paraprofessional does not provide direct instruction, does not introduce a student to new skills, concepts or academic content.The paraprofessional cannot perform or interpret standardized or non-standardized assessments, formal or informal, unless specifically trained to provide such tests and evaluations and supervised by the qualified teacher / service provider.The paraprofessional cannot participate in parent conferences, student conferences, or any interdisciplinary teams in place of the supervising teacher / service provider.The paraprofessional cannot communicate with the individual with learning disabilities, family, or others regarding any aspect of the student's status or service without the specific consent of the supervising teacher / service provider or provide student or family counseling.The paraprofessional cannot write, develop, or modify an individualized plan in any way or assist with instruction / intervention without following the individual plan prepared under the direction of the teacher / service provider or without access to supervision.The paraprofessional cannot sign any formal documents (e.g., individual plans, service reimbursement forms, or reports) as a substitute for the qualified professional. Paraprofessionals should sign or initial informal progress notes for review and co-signature by the supervising teacher / service provider.The paraprofessional cannot select individuals for services, make referrals for additional services, assign grades, or discharge an individual from service.The paraprofessional cannot disclose educational, clinical, or confidential information either orally or in writing to anyone not designated by the supervising teacher / service provider.Requirements :
Associate's degree or equivalent
Excellent organizational skillsAbility to problem solve, multi-task, and work independentlyAbility to work as a member of a teamPrevious experience in subject area preferred
Salary : $20 - $25
