Exceptional Child Paraprofessional, Crossroads Elementary

Crossroads Elementary; Owingsville (KY); On-site; USD 13,979 - 19,909; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization in Owingsville, Kentucky is seeking a dedicated Exceptional Child Paraprofessional to assist students with disabilities within the classroom. This full-time role requires at least 60 college credit hours or an Associate's Degree, as well as a passing score on the Kentucky Paraprofessional Test. Responsibilities include supporting students in daily living skills, maintaining confidentiality of records, and collaborating with special education staff. This position offers a starting salary of $12.30 per hour, with flexibility in duties based on student needs.

Qualifications

• Required to have at least 60 hours of college credit or an Associate's Degree.
• Must pass the Kentucky Paraprofessional Test to qualify.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with maneuvering around the school building.
• Perform duties assigned by the special education teacher.
• Support students in physical education activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records.

Skills

Assists students with disabilities

Knowledge of Kentucky Paraprofessional Test

Ability to assist with physical education activities

Education

60 college credit hours or Associate's Degree

Job description

Exceptional Child Paraprofessional, Crossroads Elementary

Job ID: 4957002

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 21, 2024 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $12.30 Per Hour

Job Description

Qualifications:

• At least 60 hours of college credit
• Or an Associate's Degree
• A passing score on the Kentucky Paraprofessional Test

Reports To: Building Principal, Special Education Coordinator, and Teacher

Job Duties / Responsibilities

1. Assists the student in maneuvering around the school building.
2. Performs duties assigned by the FMD teacher, the special education coordinator, and principal, including daily living skills (hygiene, grooming, feeding).
3. Performs activities as stated on the student’s IEP.
4. Assists with classroom instructional activities involving the handicapped student.
5. Performs physical/occupational activities indicated by the physical therapist, teacher, or occupational therapist.
6. Assists the students in completing physical education activities to the fullest extent possible under direction of the P.E. instructor/physical therapist/teacher.
7. Assists with community‑based instructional activities.
8. Assists the student with any instructional classroom activities that they may miss while out of the room for therapies.
9. Reinforces lessons taught and provides direct assistance in practice activities.
10. Attends IEP meetings/parent conferences at the discretion of the teacher.
11. Is familiar with tornado and fire evacuation procedures.
12. Interprets school programs and policies positively with the community.
13. Keeps records as designated by the school, teacher, principal, and/or special education coordinator.
14. Assists in reasonable non‑teaching duties as assigned by the principal and/or special education coordinator.
15. Maintains confidentiality of all school records and school‑related matters.
16. Becomes acquainted with board policies and special‑education administrative policies related to the position of FMD/Severe Disabilities/Physical/Orthopedic Handicapped Aide.
17. Adheres to a working day as specified for that school or particular position.
18. Becomes familiar with medical equipment/assistive technology devices used by the students.
19. Assists in student behavior management procedures/processes as needed.
20. Participates in professional development activities related to this position.
21. Serves as a bus monitor for the handicapped bus.
22. Performs other duties as assigned.

Terms of Service: NOTE: Due to uncertain future of students within the district, it is expected that this position be flexible and adjust to changes in schedule, workload, and responsibilities as the need arises. The principal/special education coordinator has the right to assign extra duties based on the enrollment of other children as needed. District Administrative Personnel have the right to assign the position to another building and child as the needs arise at any time during the year.

Salary schedule set by Board of Education. 185 days / 6.5 hours per day or as otherwise set by the Board.

Evaluations: Principal/Special Education Director. Yearly.

Contact Information

• Daniel Hunt, Principal
• Crossroads Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]