Special Education Paraprofessional - Minnesota Connections Academy
Oregon Connections Academy · St Paul, MN · 1 mo ago
Training$18–$21/hrFull-time
Position Summary And Responsibilities
- Guide and assist students with lessons, activities and technology tasks under the direction of the teacher
- Reinforce concepts across settings that were taught in specialized instruction
- Participate in meetings where communication and implementing strategies are discussed
- Assist teachers with classroom activities and lessons
- Adept and modify coursework under the direction of the teacher
- Assist teachers with behavior support plan implementation
- Assist teachers and students with the use of assistive technology to further learning opportunities and expression of knowledge
- Assist students under the direction of Occupational Therapist and Physical Therapist
- Perform basic office duties related to the documentation and implementation of specialized programming
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent with 2 years experience working with children, preferably children with disabilities, and demonstrate highly qualified status; or AA degree with 1 year of experience working with children preferably children with disabilities
- Personal Care Assistant certification (upon hire)
- Intermediate computer/keyboarding skills
- Basic instructional and assistive technology knowledge
- Advanced reading and writing skills
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; ability to compute rate, ratio, percentages and interpret bar graphs
- Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to relate to students including those with disabilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information at all times
Pay
The anticipated starting salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position begins at $18-21 per hour.
Benefits
Note: Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at Career Benefits - Connections Academy.