Special Education Paraeducator

District Wide

Port Allen, LA

Paraprofessional

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

Personal Traits

Exhibits competency in the following areas:

Poise and self-confidence
Enthusiasm and optimism
Punctuality
Dependability
Flexibility
Willingness to implement recommendations
Acceptable speech and grammar
Effective communication with students
Discreet handling of confidential information
Unbiased attitude regarding race, sex, creed, religion or disability
Effective communication with colleagues and other adults

Minimum Qualifications

Highly Qualified: Must have accomplished at least one of the following:

Passed the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Para-Pro Assessment (ETS Para-Pro Assessment #0755) with a passing score of 450; or
Completed two years of full-time study (48 semester credit hours) from a state-approved or regionally accredited institution of higher education (as defined by requirements in No Child Left Behind legislation) with 9 hours of ELA and 9 hours of Math coursework; or
Earned an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Applied Science degree from a state-approved or regionally accredited institution of higher education that includes 9 hours of ELA and 9 hours of Math coursework

Non-Highly Qualified: (Head Start Only)

A high school graduate or GED
At least twenty years of age
Score at tenth grade level on the California Achievement Test or other test as designated.

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