Educational Paraprofessional - Autism Classroom

Capital-Area-Intermediate-Unit; Middletown Township (PA); Vor Ort; USD 29.000 - 31.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

CAIU is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional to support the professional staff in meeting the needs of students eligible for special education. You will assist teachers in instructional and social development activities, model positive behavior, and help maintain a safe, respectful classroom environment.

CPR/First Aid may be required, and lifting up to 40 lbs is anticipated. Under the direction of a certified teacher, you will help prepare materials, supervise transitions, monitor student

Qualifikationen

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Previous experience working with special needs population desired.
• CPR, First Aid, AED training and SCM certification or ability to obtain.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must have computer skills, including basic Microsoft Office.

Aufgaben

• Works with the teacher as a team member in the educational and social development of students.
• Assists the teacher in developing and maintaining a positive environment.
• Acts as a positive social and emotional model for students.
• Performs instructional activities and monitors the results under the teacher's direction.
• Assists the teacher in managing student behavior per established policies.
• Assists in meeting students' personal care needs and accompanies students to vehicles/building.
• Performs clerical and housekeeping duties as required.
• Maintains confidentiality per CAIU policy (FERPA).
• Provides coverage and supervision during recess/lunch as directed by supervisor.

Kenntnisse

Microsoft Office

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Qualified Paraprofessional (Chapter 14)

Tools

CPR/First Aid training

AED certification

Safe Crisis Management (SCM)

Jobbeschreibung

Salary: This paraprofessional position follows the Collective Bargaining Agreement Salary Schedule - HS Diploma: $28,880 (daily rate $152.00) or High School plus 48 college credits OR Associates Degree OR 5 years of classroom support: $31,160 (daily rate $164.00) for the 26/27 SYSchedule: Monday - Friday, 7.5 hours/day, 190 days/yearJob Goal: To support the professional staff in meeting the needs of students eligible for special education.Performance Responsibilities:Works with the teacher as a team member in the educational and social development of students.Assists the teacher in developing and maintaining a positive environment.Acts as a positive social and emotional model for students.Performs instructional activities and monitors the results of those activities under the teacher's direction.Assists the teacher upon request in the management of student behavior in accordance with established disciplinary policies and procedures.Performs CPR, First Aid, and/or proper child restraint techniques as needed.Provides input to the teacher regarding relevant information on student academic progress, behavioral change, physical needs and other areas as appropriate.Follows all established CAIU policies and administrative procedures.Maintains confidentiality by refraining from discussion of student progress and problems as required in the CAIU Policy on Confidentiality of Information (FERPA).Assists in meeting the student's personal care needs as directed.Assist students to and from vehicles and other parts of the building, and/or off-site experiences, all of which may include lifting.Performs clerical and housekeeping duties as required.Assumes responsibility for fostering a good educational paraprofessional to teacher working relationship, but in no case supersedes the teacher's authority to manage all aspects of the instructional program.Works to create, maintain and build positive working relationships with internal and external (district, community, agency) staff.Provides coverage, under the supervision of a certified professional teacher, and monitors recess, lunch, etc., as neededParticipates in preparation of materials, bulletin boards, and other displays.Follows assigned schedule including attendance, start and end times, and overall punctuality.Adheres to all federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations, particularly as they relate to the Pennsylvania School Code.Attends in-services, training, and meetings as directed.Serves on any CAIU team as directed.Assumes any other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director or his/her designee.Qualifications:1. Must possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.2. Previous experience working with special needs population desired.3. Must be certified as a Qualified Paraprofessional, as required under Chapter 14, OR have the ability and willingness to become a Qualified Paraprofessional within the established timelines.4. Must be trained in CPR, First Aid, AED and fully certified to actively participate in Safe Crisis Management (SCM) or other restraint management system (as may be required by the program) and willing and fully able to utilize these procedures OR have the ability and willingness to become CPR, First Aid, and restraint system trained and be willing and fully able to administer these procedures.5. Must have the ability to lift/assist with lifting special needs children. Lifting may be up to 40 lbs without assistance and more with assistance.6. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.7. Must have computer skills, including Microsoft Office.