Adaptive Sports Paraprofessional - Special Education

Middle/High School; Minnesota; Presencial; USD 21.000 - 30.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

New Prague Area Schools seeks a part-time Paraprofessional for Special Education Adaptive Sports to support student-athletes in softball and floor hockey, ensuring inclusive participation and safety. Under the supervision of a special education teacher, you will assist with equipment, mobility, and adapting drills to individual IEP goals, while promoting social-emotional growth.

Experience with special education students is preferred; reliability, patience, and collaboration with coaches and

Formación

• Experience working with special education students in schools preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Direct Athletic Support: Assist student-athletes during practices and games with equipment setup, mobility assistance, instruction repetition, and adaptive technique modifications.
• Safety & Accessibility: Ensure playing fields, rinks, and equipment meet individual physical and safety accommodations outlined in students' IEPs plan.
• Team & Skill Building: Partner with the head coaches to break down sports drills into accessible, achievable steps.
• Game Day Facilitation: Assist with student transitions, travel, and sideline support during home and away athletic events.
• Peer Integration: Encourage positive social interactions, sportsmanship, and confidence-building among team members.

Conocimientos

Special education experience

Adaptive sports support

Descripción del empleo

New Prague Area Schools seeks a part-time Paraprofessional for Special Education Adaptive Sports to support student-athletes in softball and floor hockey, ensuring inclusive participation and safety. Under the supervision of a special education teacher, you will assist with equipment, mobility, and adapting drills to individual IEP goals, while promoting social-emotional growth.

Experience with special education students is preferred; reliability, patience, and collaboration with coaches and