What are the responsibilities and job description for the High Needs/Resource Special Ed Paraprofessional at East Ridge High School position at South Washington County Schools?
Position Type :
Paraprofessional / High Needs / Resource Special Ed
Date Posted : 8 / 23 / 2024
Location :
East Ridge High School
Date Available : 09 / 03 / 2024
Closing Date : Open until filled
HIGH NEEDS / RESOURCE PARAPROFESSIONAL
EAST RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
Benefits :
SoWashCo Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to support our employees. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life insurance, supplemental life insurance, dependent life insurance, and long-term disability coverage. We also offer voluntary plans such as accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and identity protection, along with flexible spending accounts, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and retirement plans. These benefits reflect our commitment to supporting your health and well-being.
Visit our benefits page for more detailed information.
Position follows school calendar with the option to work in other summer paraprofessional positions if interested.
Compensation :
The base rate of pay is $22.25 per hour. This position is eligible for an additional $.50 per hour once Highly Qualified status is achieved (2 or 4 year degree, OR 60 semester credits OR successful completion of the Para Pro which is offered by the district once a month). External candidates DO NOT need to meet this criteria until after they are hired. INTERNAL CANDIDATES MUST MEET THIS CRITERIA AT THE TIME THEIR APPLICATION IS SUBMITTED.
Hours Per Day or Per Week : 6 hours per day
Position Start and End Time : 8 : 45 a.m. - 3 : 15 p.m.
Available for Application : August 23, 2024 - August, 28, 2024 or until filled
Anticipated Start Date : September 3, 2024
Classification : Program
POSITION SUMMARY :
This position is responsible for providing instructional and / or behavioral support to special education students in high needs programs under the direction of a licensed special education teacher.
PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS :
- Consult daily with licensed special education teacher regarding daily responsibilities.
- Assist special education teacher in implementing district policies and procedures, including but not limited to emergency procedures, building orientation, confidentiality, student vulnerability, data collection, and classroom management as directed.
- Assist special education students in academic areas such as reading, writing or math. This includes implementing curriculum, adapting instructional strategies and materials according to the needs of the student under the direction of a licensed teacher.
- Work with students that may have learning challenges, behavioral issues, and / or need physical support. It may be necessary to assist students with toileting, eating, transitioning to classes, lockers, lunch / recess, buses, physical transfers; and other activities of daily living.
- Accept work direction willingly, shift work assignments and accept changing and new job assignments as needed.
- Support licensed teacher in utilizing a variety of behavioral management techniques, including redirection and restraints if necessary throughout the day. Supervise students during cooling off time, monitor and document behavior, and implement positive behavior support.
- Collect and record student data adhering to the supervising Special Education teacher's directions and requirements. Communicates this information to licensed teacher(s) and other staff connected to that student as identified by supervising teacher.
- Provide services to student as directed by licensed teacher in a manner that demonstrates knowledge of, and a positive respect for, the distinctions between the roles and responsibilities of the teacher, paraprofessional and other staff.
- Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families, and staff.
- Maintain a high level of fairness, confidentiality, respect and equity for all students, staff and families.
- Other duties as assigned.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, LICENSE, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES) :
Required :
Desired :
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Salary : $22 - $50
