Special Education Paraprofessionals - Level II

Job Summary

To work with teachers and other educational professionals in supporting student achievement and facilitating independence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Highly Qualified status by one of the following means is required:
• Possess an associate's degree or higher
• Complete two years of post-secondary study (48 college credits)
• Achieve the PA Credential of Competency Certification within the first year of employment
• Experience working with children
• Strong organizational skills required
• Proficiency in the use of technology
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Maintain current CPR and First Aid certification
• Complete 20 hours of professional development that aligns with the PA Competency Standards annually
• For secondary aides, if student requires transportation, must have and maintain valid state vehicle operator's license and good driving record
• Successfully complete and maintain compliance with all federal and state background and criminal record check requirements

Duties & Responsibilities

• Attains and maintains current CPR/First Aid certification
• Completes staff development on an annual basis as required by the district or state mandates
• Provides individual and/or small group support to implement specific academic, behavioral, and/or physical accommodations as outlined by the Individualized Education Program
• Assists in the development and preparation of instructional materials and adaptive strategies while utilizing technology
• Maintains confidentiality of student records and information
• Supports inclusion, socialization, and independence within the school setting/and or in the community
• May provide transportation for small groups of students in district vehicles to community sites as directed
• Collections and maintains data as required by the student plan for medical assistance logs, daily communication logs, and anecdotal records
• Utilizes technology for data collection, reporting, emailing and assisting students in computer software applications as needed
• Prints, files, scans and records student progress reports, charts, certificates, or materials for interventions
• Consults with teachers to implement goals and monitor progress
• Aids students with make-up sessions as needed
• At the secondary level, support students independently in community settings for community-based instruction and vocational programming
• May provide direct student assistance with monitoring of medical condition, physical needs, personal care, feeding, and/or toileting
• May require Safety-Care Crisis Prevention Training and the ability to perform physical restraints
• Physical intervention with students in crisis may be required
• Exposure to body fluids
• Provides intensive program level support (academic, behavioral, and physical) to students in specialized classes, including Autistic Support, Emotional Support, Life Skills, MDS, and Transition programs

Summary Of Benefits

• Employee Assistance and Advocacy Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• State Pension System (PSERS)
• Participation in SwiftMD telemedicine service
• and much more!

EEO

The Downingtown Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek to hire new staff who: Communicate openly to build relationships and trust, Partner with team members to see the TEAM succeed, Demonstrate a growth mindset and seek ongoing opportunities for growth, Embrace and support a safe and inclusive environment, Eagerly and enthusiastically support student learning, Strive to be kind and reflective, Focus on the solution and put people first, Lead by example!