Full-Time Paraprofessional Coach - 7.5 Hours Per Day

Experience And Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate's Degree preferred - Must have at least 45 College Credits or pass the Master Teacher Test
• Minimum of five (5) years successful experience as a Special Education Paraprofessional
• Knowledge of Special Education programs, such as VB-MAPP, classroom supports, behavior management techniques and instructional strategies
• Strong communication, interpersonal coaching and problem-solving skills
• Ability to provide training and support to adults in educational settings
• Act 34 Clearance, Act 151 Clearance, FBI Clearance (all self-paid)
• Drug screening (self-paid)
• Act 126 and Act 71 training certificates
• Bloodborne Pathogens Certificate

Position Summary

The Paraprofessional Coach serves as a professional mentor, trainer and support resource for Paraprofessionals throughout the District's Special Education programs. The position supports instructional practices, behavior supports, VB-MAPP implementation and Medical Assistance (MA)/School-Based ACCESS Program (SBAP) documentation and compliance.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide coaching, mentoring and support to Paraprofessionals working in all Special Education programs.
• Support Paraprofessionals in Autistic Support, Emotional Support, Life Skills, Learning Support, Multiple Disabilities Support and inclusive settings.
• Support the implementation of the VB-MAPP assessment and instructional framework.
• Model professional and effective instructional and behavioral support strategies.
• Conduct observations and provide constructive feedback to Paraprofessionals.
• Develop and facilitate professional development opportunities for Paraprofessionals.
• Participate in the interview process for Paraprofessional candidates.
• Support onboarding and orientation of newly-hired Paraprofessionals.
• Provide training and ongoing support regarding Medical Assistance (MA) and School-Based ACCESS Program (SBAP) requirements.
• Aid Paraprofessionals in understanding billable services, documentation requirements and reimbursement procedures.
• Support Paraprofessionals in accurately documenting student supports and services that may be eligible for reimbursement.
• Provide coaching regarding service logs, data collection and compliance documentation.
• Collaborate with the Special Education / MA Coordinator regarding ACCESS compliance and documentation practices.
• Support District efforts to improve documentation quality and reimbursement opportunities.
• Aid in the implementation of District Medicaid documentation, service verification and compliance procedures.
• Develop training materials, reference guides and procedure documents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.