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