What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraprofessional position at La Crescent-Hokah Public Schools?
- Assist students with staying on task, regulating behavior, and work completion. This will be done under the supervision and guidance of certified teaching staff.
- Help provide accommodations for students in accordance with their IEP requirements
- Attend classrooms with a student or group of students to provide direct support to their learning within the general education environment
- Advocate for students who need support or assistance
- Provide behavior support and help students calm down in a safe environment when they get overwhelmed
- Encourage appropriate social interactions among students
- Ensure that the personal care needs are met for students who require it. Training will be provided by our school nurse for these situations
- Frequent communication with Special Education Case Managers as well as General Education Teachers to help meet the needs of students.
- Help provide a safe and comfortable environment where our students can learn and grow.
TITLE: Paraprofessional
SALARY & BENEFITS: Based on current contract
QUALIFICATIONS: Training can be provided for those who do not already have an associate degree, 60 hours/credits of post secondary work, or have a passing mark on the ParaPro exam. Will need to complete one of the above within 1 year of your date of hire.
DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Building Principal
CONTRACT DAYS & HOURS: Student contact days (173 days as dictated by the annual school calendar) as well as select non-school days for professional development. On student contract days, building hours are typically 7:30am - 3:00pm (2:30 on Wednesdays). Additional time to assist with transportation needs may also be required.
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
**This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonable, related duties and tasks as assigned by their immediate supervisor and other management.
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