26-27 Special Ed EA 1:1 position (100%)

Racine Unified School District; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Racine Unified School District in Wisconsin seeks a paraeducator to support students with IEP-based needs. Two years of experience working with students is required; preference given to those with Special Education programming exposure.

Responsibilities include assisting teachers, reinforcing instruction, supervising students, aiding with health needs, and following district procedures for seclusion and restraint under IEP. CPI certification is required or to be completed prior to placement.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience working with students; higher preference for those with experience with students who require Special Education programming.
• CPI certification required prior or after placement in the position.

Responsibilities

• Work with special education students based on IEP needs, and assist others as needed.
• Provide information to teachers for instruction and reteaching.
• Support students in learning styles and pace.
• Assist students individually or in groups with lesson assignments.
• Anticipate and intervene to prevent dangerous or injurious behaviors.
• Maintain classroom order and supervise students during meals, transitions, and arrivals/departures.
• Assist with feeding needs of students as necessary.
• Follow district procedures for seclusion and restraint using de-escalation techniques when required by IEP.
• Encourage and promote student participation in classroom activities.
• Provide support for primary personal and health care needs of students.

Job description

Description

Experience: Two (2) years of experience in working with students; higher preference will be for those with experience with students who require Special Education programming.

Certification

State of Wisconsin, Special Education certification is required prior or after placement in the position. $100.00 for a five year license and renewals are necessary as long as you remain in Special Education.

CPI certification is required prior or after placement in the position by first available training session.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility is working with special education student(s) based on the needs outlined in the student(s)’ IEP (Individual Education Plan). When feasible, responsibilities would also include assisting other students as needed.
• Provide information to teachers for instruction/reinstruction.
• Work productively within students’ learning style(s).
• Assist students individually or in groups with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts.
• Anticipate students’ behaviors before they occur and intervene to stop potentially dangerous or injurious behaviors.
• Assist in keeping order in the classrooms.
• Assist with feeding needs of students as necessary.
• Supervise student to and from class, during breakfast and lunch, recess, bus loading, and in emergency situations.
• Consistently reinforce disciplinary and corrective guidelines. Assist teacher with behavioral objectives using de-escalation techniques.
• Follow District procedures to implement seclusion and restraint using de-escalation techniques first as necessary per IEP.
• Assist with promoting students’ participation in the classroom activities.
• Provides the necessary support for primary personal and health care needs to students.
• Must have Physical stamina, and be able to reach, stoop/kneel, crouch/crawl, push/pull, lift/carry, climb/balance, stand and walk constantly, and lift/carry up to 50 pounds.

Candidate Requirements

• Custom Questions