Paraprofessional (part-time) - MHPFA

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in supervising students in the classroom.
• Attend IAT and/or IEP meetings as requested, which are related to the instructional and behavioral goals of aided student(s).
• Assists with supervising students in the school building and escorting students to and from school buses and cars.
• Reports to teachers/Principal regarding behavior infractions, safety concerns, injuries, or other issues involving students.
• Assists and guides students to reinforce PA curriculum.
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• Aids in record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
• Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, hallway, and other related non-instructional areas.
• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.
• Assists teacher(s) with parent contact, as requested, to foster parent involvement in student education.
• Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement of IEP objectives, etc.
• Participates in the IEP process and serves as a resource for the IEP team as needed.
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students; including those with disabilities or other special needs.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education preferred. GED or High School Diploma required.
• Maintain current educational aide licensure, certification, BCI/FBI background check.
• Proficient in computer applications, including, but not limited to Google Docs, e-mail, and internet applications.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding student(s), employees, and others.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with the student(s) assigned to you.

Physical Requirements

• Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Ability to move around the building.