Part Time Special Education Complex Needs Paraprofessional - Parowan Elementary

About the role

Parowan Elementary is seeking a Part Time Special Education Complex Needs Paraprofessional to work 27.5 hours per week. This position will remain open until filled.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Special Education Complex Needs Teacher to provide education and related services to students with disabilities.
• Provide instructional support assistance to students and student groups to reinforce and follow up learning activity.
• Assist in observing and recording behavior patterns and follows appropriate techniques to reinforce acceptable behavior.
• Assist certified educators with the presentation of learning materials and instructional exercise.
• Assist in responsibility for procedures related to physical and medical needs.
• Depending on position, may be asked to assist students, as needed in learning self-care techniques, including toilet training, bathing and personal cleanliness; may be asked to assist in diapering, toilet training, feeding, and other self help skills if needed.
• Participate in the development, maintenance, and carrying out of systems for classroom management.
• Guide students in working and interacting harmoniously with other students.
• Supervise students in all areas of the school.
• Operate various types of office equipment such as computers, copy machines, etc.
• Monitor students inside and outside of the building during lunch hour.
• Regular, reliable, predictable attendance and job performance is required.

Requirements

• Lift and support students.
• Change protective clothing.
• Implement behavior management plans.
• Operate adaptive equipment (wheelchairs, etc.).
• Communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Must have basic computer knowledge, be familiar with Google docs and check email frequently.
• Must be willing to learn and use all computer systems and software as needed.