Classified Paraprofessional-Inclusion/Resource/Self-Contained- Forest Hill

Caddo Parish School District; Shreveport (LA); Presencial; USD 18.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Caddo Parish Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional-Inclusion/Resource/Self-Contained to support students with disabilities in elementary and secondary settings. You will work under the classroom teacher to implement instructional plans, monitor progress, and deliver accommodations across inclusive, resource, and self-contained classrooms.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, health-related tasks, behavior supports, and technology use, while maintaining FERPA confidentiality

Formación

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of students and parents.

Responsabilidades

• Works with students with disabilities in all educational settings individually and/or groups to provide instructional support.
• Implements the instructional plan as developed with the classroom teacher as it pertains to the core curriculum.
• Monitors and adjusts the instructional plan based on student needs.
• Conveys knowledge that is accurate and current.
• Implements strategies and accommodations as developed with the classroom teacher as it pertains to the student’s IEP.
• Maintains a log/schedule providing support to students with disabilities within the inclusive, resource and self-contained classrooms.
• Assists in the routine supervision of study areas, cafeterias, halls, playground, instructional field trips and bus loading areas.
• Performs non-complex health procedures, implements IH plans, attends health trainings, and assists with lifting/positioning of students.
• Implements behavior supports and Plans; redirects inappropriate behavior and uses Care training as applicable.
• Assists students in using computer applications and related assistive technology.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information and progress under FERPA.
• Performs other related duties as required to support students with disabilities and staff.

Conocimientos

Reading comprehension

Written communication

Public speaking

Educación

Pass teacher/paraprofessional assessment test (450+)

Associate degree or higher

48 hours of college (6 Math, 9 English)

Descripción del empleo

Caddo Parish Schools Job Description

Job Title: Paraprofessional-Inclusion/Resource/Self-Contained

Job Code: 206

Grade: D

DOT Code: 099327010

Department: Department of Exceptional Children

Prepared By: Dr. Shelia Lockett

Prepared Date: December 11, 2018

Approved By: Keith Burton

Approved Date: February 7, 2019

Revised Date:

Summary

Performs the following tasks in classrooms to assist teaching staff of elementary or secondary schools by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Works with students with disabilities in all educational settings individually and/or groups to provide instructional support.

Implements the instructional plan as developed with the classroom teacher as it pertains to the core

curriculum. Monitors and adjusts the instructional plan based on student needs. Conveys knowledge that is accurate and current.

Implements strategies and accommodations as developed with the classroom teacher as it pertains to the

student’s Individual Education Program, Emergency Health Plans monitoring student safety in various educational settings.

Maintain a log/schedule providing support to students with disabilities within the inclusive, resource and self-contained classrooms.

Assists in the routine supervision of study areas, cafeterias, halls, playground, instructional field trips and bus loading areas when applicable for students with disabilities.

Performs non-complex health procedures, implements Individual Health Plans as applicable, attends necessary non-complex health training as prescribed by board policy and state law. Lifting and positioning of students as applicable.

Implements strategies that reinforce positive student behavior. Works closely with the classroom teacher to

implement positive behavior supports and Behavior Plans as applicable. Positively interact when the student is inappropriate to redirect to attention on task. Handle with Care training required as applicable.

Assists students in using computer applications and related assistive technology.

Maintains confidentially of student information and progress as it relates to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.

Performs other related duties as required or assigned as it relates to supporting students with disabilities and teachers/administrative staff.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Must have earned a high school diploma or its equivalent and must meet one of the additional requirements below:

• Pass the teacher/paraprofessional assessment test with a score of 450 or higher
• Associate degree or higher (official transcripts are required)
• 48 hours of college with six hours of Math and nine hours of English (official transcripts are required).

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of students and parents. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to students.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and speak. The employee is required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee must assist in lifting students and positioning students.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Collaboration with instructional staff is required to implement effective instructional programs.

Professional Conduct

Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain high standards of professional conduct. Breach of said professional conduct includes, but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that is contrary of CPSB policy, unlawful activities or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system. The employee acknowledges that confidentially is required as it relates to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.

Chain of Supervision

Principal, teacher, designated certified personnel

Terms of Employment

170 days

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