What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education/Art Paraeducator- (VACANT NOW) position at WEST BATON ROUGE PARISH?
Paraprofessional (Head Start, Title I, Regular Education, and Special Education)
Location : Site Level School
Reports To : School Principal
FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
Salary Range : Per WBR Salary Schedule
Terms of Employment : 9 Months
GENERAL OVERVIEW
The paraprofessional working in Head Start, Title I, Regular Education or Special Education classrooms shall work directly with
students under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher to assist with the effective management / instruction of the
class / classes to which he or she is assigned.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists in meeting the instructional needs of the students under the direction of the classroom teacher
- Interacts appropriately with students, and assists in creating an environment conducive to learning
- Helps students with personal possessions
- Assists in maintaining discipline standards according to the regulations of the school system and the assigned teacher
- Assists with handling of specialized equipment, computer, software, assistive language devices, etc. as directed by the classroom teacher
- Attends faculty meetings, parent conferences / meetings, and IEP meetings when requested
- Assists in maintaining classroom equipment and assists in keeping materials of instruction organized and clean
- Maintains student confidentiality
- Accompanies students to other classes, the restroom, recess, etc.
- Assists with feeding, diapering, and toileting, as well as other custodial or health-related duties as required for Head Start students and students with disabilities
- Makes necessary wheelchair / equipment adjustments and positioning needed throughout the school day
- Lifts and moves students as necessary
- Assists in meeting the medical needs of students with disabilities : catheterization, administration of medication, etc. after proper training is provided
- Becomes knowledgeable of and assists with the implementation of appropriate educational programs / standard
- Participates in grade level / subject areas meetings and / professional development activities
- Other duties as assigned
- Specific to Paraprofessionals assigned to Head Start, Special Education classes or to other Paraprofessionals who serve in Regular Education or Title I classes that are a part of the Special Education Inclusion program.
PERSONAL TRAITS
Exhibits competency in the following areas :
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
