Copy Of Academic Behavior Manager

RUM RIVER SPECIAL EDUCATION COOP; Milaca (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Rum River Special Education Coop is seeking a paraprofessional to assist certified staff in meeting instructional goals for students with special needs. You will work one-to-one or in small groups under supervision, help with behavioral supports, and prepare materials for IEP-related accommodations.

Responsibilities include documentation, data entry, and assisting with technology-based activities. Travel between schools may be required; a strong commitment to student well-being is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to carry out instructions written or oral.
• Ability to perform basic math with arithmetic operations.
• Ability to use Word, Excel and standard software.
• Ability to work with diverse individuals.

Responsibilities

• Assist students one-to-one or in small groups.
• Support classroom discipline and positive behavior.
• Prepare materials for instruction and IEPs.
• Document and report student data and incidents.
• Assist with technology-based instructional activities.
• Travel between schools as needed.

Skills

Follow instructions

Supportive communication

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Education

AA degree

ParaPro/ParaEducator

PCA Certification

Job description

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, and to free certified professional employees from non-professional duties such as proctoring study halls to enable them to make a contribution to other aspects of the educational program, such as curriculum development.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist students with academic or behavioral goals, one-to-one or small group, under the direction of the supervising teacher or licensed staff;
• Support student discipline, including providing positive reinforcement and supporting the character traits established by the program;
• Provides assistance with individualized program materials;
• Assists with group educational activities;
• Confers and plans with teachers related to classroom and IEP objectives and/or modifications, and provides documentation;
• Assists the teacher in observing, recording, and charting behavior;
• Assists the teacher with crisis intervention and behavior management to include physical intervention and restraint;
• Prepares classroom materials including those related to IEPs or accommodations/modifications;
• Prepares the classroom or building environment for learning activities;
• Assists students with physical needs (toileting, eating, dressing);
• Participate in professional activities and meetings;
• Supervises students in the hallway, lunchroom, playground, outdoor activities and field trips;
• Completes data entry and incident reports, including ongoing behavior documentation;
• Assists students with computer or technology-related instructional activities or adaptive equipment;
• Performs various maintenance duties including cleaning of instructional materials or supplies and bodily fluids;

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Additional Duties

• Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Equipment

• Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.

Travel Requirements

• Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• ParaPro or ParaEducator Certification (contingent upon completion after hire)
• Or an Associates (AA) College Degree
• PCA Certification
• Prior experience working with special needs children desirable.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Days Based On School Calendar - Student Contact Days

Pay Based On Contract - $22.39 - $24.12 per hour - DOQ and experience

Benefit Eligible Position - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, etc.