Paraprofessional, RPC

Paraprofessional Restorative Practices Center

The job of Paraprofessional Restorative Practices Center (RPC) is done for the purpose of providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for supervising students assigned to the Restorative Practices Center (RPC); documenting student behavior; and providing information to teachers and/or other personnel.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Illinois Paraprofessional License or Substitute License as required by ISBE
• Experience working successfully in a diverse, multicultural environment.

Required Skills:

• Proficient in operating standard office equipment and relevant software applications
• Basic math skills, including calculations with fractions, percents, and ratios
• Ability to understand written procedures, write routine documents, and communicate clearly
• Knowledge of behavior and crisis management techniques
• Familiar with instructional techniques and high school curriculum
• Understanding of board policies and district, state, and federal regulations/laws
• Ability to schedule activities and collate data
• Skilled in using basic, job-related equipment
• Flexible in working with others in a variety of situations
• Ability to analyze data using specific, defined processes
• Capable of operating equipment using defined methods
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals and job-related data
• Problem-solving skills to identify issues and create action plans
• Independent interpretation of guidelines for problem-solving with data
• Moderate problem-solving abilities with equipment
• Strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changing priorities
• Positive and non-threatening communication style
• Skilled at building effective relationships in various work environments

Performance Responsibilities:

• Student Supervision & Safety: Assists with washroom breaks for the purpose of providing for the safety of the student. Monitors students during assigned periods for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment. Remains with students at all times in the RPC for the purpose of providing for the safety of students and de-escalating situations outside the classroom. Performs other supervisory/security responsibilities as determined by the supervising administrator and the RPC schedule for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment. Intervenes in potential conflicts utilizing appropriate physical and/or therapeutic approaches for the purpose of diffusing confrontations and minimizing disruptions. Facilitates restorative practice interventions for the purpose of providing for the safety of the students.
• Instructional Support & Student Assistance: Tutors students on assigned class work for the purpose of providing ongoing support in the completion of work assignments. Collects class work from students for the purpose of returning the work to the teacher for evaluation. Implements, under the supervision of the assigned teacher, behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts. Models conversation, manners, listening, and everyday interactions for the purpose of demonstrating appropriate social behavior in a culturally sensitive manner.
• Collaboration & Communication: Communicates with supervising instructional staff and professional support personnel for the purpose of assisting in academic progress and/or implementing IEP objectives. Provides verbal and/or written feedback of observations for the purpose of informing teachers and/or parents of students' progress. Reports problems directly to the supervising administrator for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to Education Code, administrative and/or school policies.
• Clerical Support & Professional Responsibilities: Performs general record keeping and clerical functions for the purpose of supporting the teacher and/or supervisory staff in meeting mandated requirements. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit pertaining to District 219.

Terms of Employment: 187 day calendar

Working Conditions: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Salary Range: P1 with hourly bump for BA or higher

Niles Township High Schools District 219 is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of District 219 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. District 219 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, color, national origin, religion, age, or handicap.