What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Special Needs Para - Individual Support position at Harris Elementary?
LOCATION: Harris Elementary
4424 Highway 161 North
North Little Rock, Arkansas 72117
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma/GED and one of the following:
- Completed sixty (60) hours of study at an institution of higher education
- Obtained an associate’s degree (or higher)
- Passed the paraprofessional academic assessment test
- Ability to work with special needs students
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
JOB GOAL: To aid and support teachers and other certified personnel in implementing the instructional program and related services for a student or students with disabilities.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide one on one instruction or group instruction under the supervision of a certified teacher.
- Implement behavior management techniques as directed by teacher/building principal.
- Assist with the physical needs including but not limited to feeding, toileting, dressing, catheterization, physical management, etc. of the student. Some heavy lifting of the student is required.
- Administer medications and other medical supports as prescribed and directed by the school nurse.
- Complete daily work schedules as assigned by the teacher/principal.
- Assist the teacher with the maintenance of the classroom.
- Assist with duties such as the lunchroom, recess, buses for the student(s).
- Be aware of Board of Education policies, district and school guidelines, and regulations and adhere to the same.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary Range: $14.57/hr. - $26.45/hr. depending on relevant experience
Length of Contract: As needed
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Personnel Status: Classified
Benefits Eligible: No
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated according to provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Staff Personnel.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Interested and qualified applicants should submit an online application at www.pcssd.org. Personnel currently employed by the district who meet the necessary qualifications may apply by submitting an online District application.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until filled
PCSSD does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, race, color, national origin, or gender in any service, program, or activity (including in admission, access, treatment, employment, or vocational opportunities).
Salary : $15 - $26