What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessional Preschool position at Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District?
1. Provides overall support to the classroom teacher(s) and student(s), based on the needs of the classroom and the students’ Individual Education Program (IEP) and 504 Plans, if applicable;
2. Assists classroom teacher(s) and specialist(s) in preparing lessons and related materials;
3. Incorporates knowledge of student learning styles, child development, skills/knowledge acquisition rates of the student(s) to whom assigned, to assist student learning.
4. Observes and records academic, behavioral and social data to measure progress;
5. Recognizes when teaching/learning and behavioral strategies are not successful and seeks the guidance of the classroom teacher(s) and specialist(s) to adapt assistance accordingly;
6. Provides support in crisis situations using district-approved safety/restraint protocol when a student becomes a harm to him/herself or others as necessary;
7. Other duties as assigned and required
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work may involve individual, small group or whole class student interaction and is performed primarily in a classroom setting. Extended periods of walking, standing, bending, and stooping to assist students, may be necessary.
