ESS Paraprofessional Special Assignment

The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Inc.; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Inc. seeks a Paraprofessional - Special Assignment to support special education students in Buckeye, ARIZONA. The role includes assisting with van rides to the Buckeye Learning Center, modeling workplace skills, and helping with IEP-related data collection under supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, Paraprofessional Certificate, and AZ IVP Fingerprint Card. Experience in disability settings and tech proficiency are a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Paraprofessional Certificate required.
• Must have or be able to obtain AZ IVP Fingerprint Card.
• Preferred: at least one year of experience in a self-contained setting with individuals with disabilities.
• Team collaboration and flexibility in changing work environment.
• Strong work ethic to support program goals.
• Ability to access and use various software applications.

Responsibilities

• Meets needs of all students with disabilities on their campus under the direction of school administration and special education teams.
• Assists in teaching and modeling workplace skills and positive behaviors.
• Assists in data collection related to IEP goals.
• Leads individual and small group activities with students under teacher direction.
• Escorts students to and from classes, activities, and transportation buses as needed.
• Prepares instructional materials and copies. Prepares and distributes learning materials according to teacher direction.
• Attend professional development opportunities.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Paraprofessional Certificate

AZ IVP Fingerprint Card

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Paraprofessional - Special Assignment

FLSA: Non Exempt

REPORTS TO: Special Education Director

JOB SUMMARY:

A special education paraprofessional provides assistance during van rides to the Buckeye Learning Center.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Must have an high school diploma or equivalent


• Must possess Paraprofessional Certificate**


• Must be able to obtain/must have current AZ IVP Fingerprint Card.


• Preferred Minimum of one year of experience and/or training in a self-contained setting supporting individuals with a variety of disabilities.


• Works collaboratively as part of a team and displays ability to be flexible and adapt to changes in the work environment.


• Demonstrates strong work ethic to achieve program goals.


• Possesses the ability to utilize technology to access and use a variety of software programs and/of applications.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• School year calendar

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Meets needs of all students with disabilities on their campus under the direction of school administration and special education teams.


• Assists in teaching and modeling workplace skills and positive behaviors.


• Assists in data collection related to IEP goals.


• Leads individual and small group activities with students under teacher direction.


• Escorts students to and from classes, activities, and transportation buses as needed.


• Prepares instructional materials and copies. Prepares and distributes learning materials according to teacher direction.


• Attend professional development opportunities.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist in the preparation of federal, state and local reports on special education.


• Maintains culturally responsive practices with scholars, parents, and professionals.


• Performs other duties as assigned or required.


• May be required to lift and carry heavy, bulky supplies and materials weighing up to 20 pounds.


• May be required to lift scholars and/or assist scholars with daily activities.