Educational Aide Paraprofessional (Instructional)

Young World Physical Education; Bethel (OH); On-site; USD 31,200 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethel-Tate Local School District in Bethel, Ohio seeks an Educational Aide Paraprofessional (Instructional) to support special education students under supervision of certified staff.

Candidates must hold or obtain an Ohio Educational Aide Permit and pass the ParaPro test; duties include small-group instruction, management, and helping with materials.

Qualifications

• Assist students with instructional activities and reinforce learning.
• Support reading, language arts, mathematics and computer instruction.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow district policies.
• Work with students individually and in small groups.
• Prepare and distribute educational materials as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist and guide students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
• Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assist professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests, and assessments.
• Assist in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• Assist with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and keep students on task.
• Assist students in non-instructional areas such as supervising lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.
• Accompany students on field trips for supervision.
• Construct, copy, distribute, and use educational materials as needed.
• Assist teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education.
• Assist students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, and achievement relative to IEP objectives.
• Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living to maximize their ability to participate in school or learning activities.
• Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing proper assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Instructional support

Communication

Confidentiality

Diversity work

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Ohio Educational Aide Permit or eligibility

ParaPro test eligibility

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Educational Aide Paraprofessional (Instructional)

Bethel-Tate Local School District, Bethel Tate High School – Bethel, Ohio.

Job Description

Educational aide for special education students. Must hold or obtain an Ohio Educational Aide Permit and pass the state's ParaPro test.

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist and guide students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
• Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assist professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests, and assessments.
• Assist in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• Assist with record‑keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and keep students on task.
• Assist students in non‑instructional areas such as supervising lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non‑instructional areas.
• Accompany students on field trips for supervision.
• Construct, copy, distribute, and use educational materials as needed.
• Assist teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education.
• Assist students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, and achievement relative to IEP objectives.
• Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living to maximize their ability to participate in school or learning activities.
• Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing proper assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
• 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 given in written or oral form.
• Perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Use personal computers and software applications such as Word and Excel.
• Work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, employees, and others.
• Establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others.
• Report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Work in standard office and school building environments.
• Work outdoors during outdoor student activities.

Qualifications Profile

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skills and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying; typical qualifications include:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of college‑level coursework or passing of examination as required by the No Child Left Behind Act.
• Prior experience working with special‑needs children desirable.

Employment Information

Position type: Full‑time. FLSA status: Non‑exempt.