Building Paraprofessional

Woodland Hills School District; Delavan (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodland Hills School District seeks a paraprofessional for Turtle Creek Elementary STEAM Academy to assist students with special needs under a certified teacher. The role primarily supports inclusive education settings, helping with daily activities, safety, and dignity for students with diverse needs.

The paraprofessional will follow IEPs/504 plans, provide one-on-one and small-group instruction, and collaborate with Special Education and Regular Education staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 college credits or paraprofessional competency exam.
• Computer literate and able to operate a variety of office equipment including photocopiers and AV equipment.
• Work in an inclusionary setting to support students with special needs and assist the teacher.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to multiple support areas such as Autistic, Emotional, Learning and Life Skills Support as assigned; provide one-on-one assistance as indicated by IEP/504.
• Follow IEP to assist students in specified needs.
• Follow classroom procedures and policies.
• Maintain student supervision at all times during transitions, PE, and transportation.
• Attend trainings as needed and support special education students in a co-teaching model.
• Assist in planning, preparation, and distribution of materials.

Skills

Paraprofessional

IEP knowledge

Classroom support

Communication with parents

Education

Associate degree or 48 college credits or paraprofessional exam

Tools

Office equipment operation

Job description

WOODLAND HILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT

Turtle Creek Elementary STEAM Academy

REPORTS TO: Principal or Special Education Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum two-year associate's degree, 48 college credits, or successfully pass paraprofessional competency exam
• Must be computer literate and must possess ability to operate a variety of office equipment including, but not limited to, photocopiers and audio-visual equipment

GENERAL SUMMARY

Paraprofessionals assist students with special needs under the direction of a certified teacher. Paraprofessionals generally work in an inclusionary setting (i.e. least restrictive environment). The paraprofessional assists the teacher in general daily classroom activities, help special needs students, and cares for their physical, emotional health and safety, affirming their abilities, and striving to promote dignity in all relationships.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide assistance to multiple support areas which could include, but not limited to Autistic Support, Emotional Support, Learning Support and Life Skills Support as assigned. Provide one-on-one assistance as indicated by the IEP or 504 service agreement.
• Follow IEP (Individualized Educational Plan) to assist student(s) in specified needs
• Follow all policies for classroom procedures.
• Maintain student supervision at all times including transition, P.E. and transportation periods.
• Attend necessary training sessions associated with the job assignment, as needed.
• Support special education students in a co-teaching model.
• Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing materials or skills based on an empathetic understanding of the individual student and his/her needs, interests and abilities.
• Work with students who may be aggressive or disruptive in class.
• Provide behavior support, which may include physical management (training provided upon hire).
• Engage in consultation and collaboration with Special Education and Regular Education Teachers as well as related service staff.
• Assists teachers as needed with planning, preparation, and distribution of classroom materials.
• Communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents.
• Anticipates and effectively addresses unforeseen crises associated with working with large groups of children. Alerts the teacher to any problem or situation about the student that may affect classroom instruction or management.
• Provides individualized and small-group instruction to reinforce skills that have been taught by the teacher.
• Maintains confidentiality, and unquestionable integrity.
• Complies with Federal and State Law and District policies and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher, building Principal or Director of Special Education.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

7 ½ hrs/day (183 or 187 days) position. Salary determined by negotiated contract.