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GROUP 3 PARAPROFESSIONAL- LAWRENCE HIGH SCHOOL-SUB-SEPARATE CLASSROOM

Lawrence Public Schools · Lawrence, MA · Today
OTHR$28.85–$36.84/hrFull-time

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

  • Follow all rules policies and procedures of the Lawrence Public Schools along with state and federal regulations pertaining to special education
  • Present self in a professional manner in dress, conduct and behavior
  • Maintain appropriate boundaries and confidentiality with students and other professionals
  • Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPPA regulations
  • Seek out and actively engage in professional development activities
  • Become familiar with IEPs and assist with execution of goals and accommodations
  • Monitor and engage with students at all times during work hours unless directed otherwise
  • Be familiar with lesson plans and duties associated with them for each lesson
  • Work with individuals and/or small groups to deliver special education services
  • Implement de-escalation skills, behavior management strategies, behavior intervention plan, and crisis intervention as needed
  • Properly document serious student incidents
  • Communicate with ancillary providers as directed
  • Be familiar with and facilitate lesson plans and duties associated with them on an as needed basis
  • Perform related duties as requested as needed by teacher or administrator

Desired Skills and Characteristics

  • Driving desire to disrupt inequity and improve outcomes for all students
  • Commitment to the academic and personal success of Lawrence Public Schools' students and families
  • Proven experience supporting English Language Learners
  • Ability to take initiative and succeed in a fast-paced school environment while remaining calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges
  • Demonstrated capacity to create and maintain a positive learning environment in which students' diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected and utilized
  • Will to improve practice by taking and implementing frequent feedback
  • Humility and a good sense of humor

Qualifications

  • Highly Qualified Status/Meet No Child Left Behind
  • Associate Degree + or completion of Para Pro exam

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