Part -Time Paraprofessional: Early Childhood Paraprofessional

Position Summary Each staff member shall make every effort, within the area of his/her professional expertise, to instruct students in their charge in accordance with the special education and general education curriculum and course of study adopted by the Board of Education. Qualifications Demonstrates interest and aptitude for working with youth, and evidence of good moral character. The position requires a minimum of High School Diploma/GED, with completion of the ETS ParaPro Assessment or a minimum of an Associate's Degree/60 college credits. Experience with students with Disabilities, Autism, or behavioral needs preferred as is a substitute certificate. The paraprofessional must successfully complete the district's onboarding process and comply with all relevant district policies and regulations and state and federal laws. Essential Duties The Paraprofessional has the duties and responsibilities commonly associated with this position, including (but not limited to) the following, which are performed directly or through the proper delegation of authority, within the framework of the general laws of New Jersey, the regulations of the NJ State Department of Education, the policies and rules of the Nutley School District, and the terms of the contract with the Nutley Education Association, with all of which he/she is expected to be familiar. Position Categories Early Childhood Paraprofessional. This position will work within our early childhood program (PreK 3 and PreK 4) within our Preschool Expansion Program. This position will include individuals working with preschool age children, and include responsibilities associated with arrival, departure, diapering (if needed), and other items related to early childhood education. This position will be part-time. The hours and schedules are to be determined based on building needs and programs. This position does not offer health benefits. This position participates in the State pension plan, PERS or DCRP depending on your Tier. Alerts the teacher to the special needs of individual students and assists in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for the students. Corrects (grades) student work under the supervision of the teacher. Prepares materials for instruction as directed by the teacher and gathers materials /student work when a student is absent. Assists in administration of tests. Implements Discrete Trial programs and methodologies of ABA under the direction of the teacher, Child Study Team (CST), or Behaviorist. Works with individual students with special needs. Works with small groups of students as assigned. Behavior Assists students with organizational and study skills. Incorporates positive behavior support throughout all programming for the purpose of creating a consistent environment. Implements various behavioral management strategies and reinforcement schedules as developed by the teacher., Behaviorist, PIRS (Preschool Intervention Referral Services), PIC (Preschool Instruction Coach), and CST. Works with other professionals, such as speech therapists, social workers, occupational and physical therapists during treatment sessions. Support students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social and functional life skills. Supports students in instructional and non-instructional settings i.e. outside school job sites. Communicates with the teacher in regards to student academics and behaviors. Implements de-escalation strategies and restraints for crisis management. Provides physical and verbal prompting. Classroom Management Attends building staff meetings and professional development meetings. Maintains an up-to-date record of pupil progress per IEP. Assists at rehearsals of pupil plays, field trips, emergency drills, and district-sponsored events during the school day. Operates audio-visual equipment at the direction of the teacher. Assists in supervision of all students during playground, gross motor, rest and lunch time duties Assists in creating a welcoming classroom environment. Incorporates augmentative communication devices and assistive technology. Diapering, Wash-Up and Toilet Routine (Early Childhood or 1:1 Paraprofessional Only) Professional Responsibilities Assists classroom teachers with maintaining student records. Assists with data collection and graphing of data under the direction of the Teacher, CST, or BCBA. Attends training with CST and Contracted providers to support student IEP needs. Assists in the implementation of data collection tools (anecdotal notes, charts, data sheets, graphing). Physical Responsibilities Assists with the physical demands of students by lifting, positioning, putting students in supportive devices, and transferring students from wheelchairs for toileting and for position change. Assists, where appropriate, loading and unloading students from transportation buses and vans. Assists in taking care of the physical needs of the special education student, including putting on and taking off outerwear, moving from room to room, and pupil hygiene. Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative. Ability to respectfully manage students, including students with developmental disabilities. Knowledge of child, adolescent, and/or teen growth and development and appropriate classroom practices and demonstrate ability to assist with instructional and non-instructional activities. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and oral form. Ability to remain calm under trying circumstances. Ability to reinforce lesson plans to support the educational program. Ability to follow directions from the teacher, which may include reinforcing instruction presented by the teacher. Ability to provide personal attention to students and work with small groups to assist with instruction. Ability to promote a positive and inclusive classroom, assisting students having a wide range of maturity and developmental levels, or with disabilities. Ability to discuss problems affecting students' progress and with the teacher and, if so directed, with other professional staff. Ability to demonstrate flexibility to work with students and staff. Ability to carry out assignments to completion. Ability to have strong, positive communication and interaction skills when dealing with co-workers, students, administrators, parents and/or the community. Ability to follow and support school safety plan and procedures This job description describes in general terms the normal duties that the paraprofessional will be expected to undertake. However, the job assignment or duties assigned may vary or be amended, depending on the needs of the program and staffing. Evaluation of Performance Performance of this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board of Education policy. Additional Responsibilities Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the Building Principal, Director of Student Support and Inventions, Supervisor of Special Services, Director of Early Childhood, Superintendent, or designee may delegate. Evaluation Performance in this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation. Computer Skills Proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position. Ability to use Google Suites, school safety applications, and District designated Email system. Physical Demands The physical demands for this role include: using strength to lift items (or students, when required) needed to perform job functions, sit (on floor at times), stand, climb stairs and walk for periods of time, the ability to speak, hear and use vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nutley Board of Education