Paraprofessional

About the Role

Assist students with direct care and daily living activities to enhance their quality of life and support their ability to remain in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive, respectful, and compassionate attitude, serving as a role model.
• Collaborate with teachers to support student growth, behavior management, and classroom activities.
• Assist with instructional tasks, review assignments, and help with classroom housekeeping.
• Tend to personal needs, including hygiene, feeding, mobility, and medical condition monitoring, adhering to Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Collect data, maintain documentation, and communicate confidentially with families and staff.
• Supervise students during transitions, outings, and therapy sessions, supporting related service providers as needed.
• Support student use of technology and adaptive devices, and ensure safety during physical tasks.
• Perform physical duties such as lifting, repositioning students, and responding to emergencies.
• Follow health and safety protocols, including vaccinations and infection control measures.
• Other duties as assigned to meet student and classroom needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• CPR certification.
• Basic computer skills.
• Relevant state certifications.
• Physical ability to perform lifting, movement, and operate equipment safely.
• Capacity to work in diverse environments and respond to emergencies effectively.

Skills

• Excellent communication and attentiveness.
• Adherence to confidentiality.
• Prefer pediatric and adult experience.