Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional

Department: Special Education

Licensure: State Paraprofessional approval (sixty (60) or more college hours or pass Paraprofessional Test).

Job Goal: The paraprofessional's primary role is to assist in all aspects of the daily instructional program for special education students in kindergarten grade 8 with mild to moderate disabilities. The paraprofessional will participate in activities necessary to maintain classroom integration and to support a child's IEP in all curricula activities within both the general and special education settings.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Assist the teacher in the preparation of materials
• With direct supervision of the teacher, guide individual and small group instruction
• Assist in behavior management under the direction of the teacher
• Participate in team planning meetings, staffing, parent conferences during regular work hours as requested by the teacher
• Participate in professional development as requested by administration
• Work collaboratively with teacher and support personnel to improve services for students
• Dress appropriately at all times consistent with the school, work site, and community standards
• Maintain classroom order, safety and materials
• Communicate student needs and performance including behavior concerns to appropriate staff
• Implement and support academic, behavioral and communication plans
• Maintain ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students
• Perform such other duties and services under the supervising and/or classroom teacher's direction
• Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips
• Other duties as assigned by your manager, or designee.

Big Hollow School District #38 offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options Life insurance options Participation in the Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) or IMRF (depending on position) Paid sick and personal leave Other benefits as outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement