Special Education Paraprofessional

JOB TITLE: High School Special Education Paraprofessional (1:1) REPORTS TO: Special Education Teacher, Building Principal, and Special Education Director

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Encourage students in their educational tasks through individual attention, praise, encouragement, and support. Assist in the lifting and movement of students with physical disabilities as appropriate. Perform hygiene and health-related procedures as required. Loads and unloads the student(s) from the school bus/vehicles Assists with meals, recreational activities, and bathroom duties as assigned. Responsible for accompanying students to classes. Responsible for maintaining confidentiality regarding special education students. Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: State of Michigan Title I paraprofessional requirements. Experience: Previous work experience as an aide and working with children is preferred. Skills Characteristics: The ability to accept supervision and direction, as well as the ability to work creatively and skillfully with students. The physical stamina for lifting and movement of non-ambulatory students. Exhibits emotional stability and good judgment in making decisions.

STARTING PAY: $16.00

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: 35 hours/week, 181 days per non-affiliated group It is the policy of the Clio School District that no person shall on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap,be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity and in employment. Any questions concerning Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of handicap, should be directed to: Mrs. Carrie Sekelsky, Assistant Superintendent of Business, Clio Area Schools, 1 Mustang Drive, Clio, Michigan 48420. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sylvania