High Needs (LIFE) Paraprofessional/Driver

Young World Physical Education; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 45,233,496 - 64,423,464; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a full-time High Needs Paraprofessional/Driver at Norfolk Public Schools in Norfolk, Nebraska. In this position, you will assist teachers in providing education and instruction to students, while also supervising various areas such as lunchrooms and playgrounds. Effective communication skills and a high school diploma are required.

The role includes transporting students safely and maintaining discipline on school buses. A First aid/CPR certificate is desired. Apply today to make a meaningful impact in student lives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• First aid/CPR certificate desired.
• Skills in organization and leadership necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in providing education and instruction to students.
• Supervise lunchroom, playground, and classrooms.
• Transport students safely and maintain bus discipline.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Skills in organization

Leadership and human relations skills

Education

High school diploma

First aid/CPR certificate

Job description

High Needs (LIFE) Paraprofessional/Driver

It is the policy of Norfolk Public Schools to not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies or other administered programs. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Superintendent.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• First aid/CPR certificate desired

Other Requirements (Intellectual, Sensory)

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Skills in organization, leadership and human relations
• Visual and auditory skills for dealing with students

Reports To

Building Administrator; Special Education Teacher

Guidance From

Building Administrator, Special Education Teacher

Terms of Employment

School year only

Evaluation

Special Education Teacher; Building Administrator

Job Goal

Assist the teacher in providing education and instruction to students

Essential Functions

NOTE: This is a generalized job description. Specific duties and responsibilities vary, depending on the assigned school. Applicants should be aware of the specific functions of the position prior to employment.

• Consistent and punctual "on site" attendance at the worksite is an essential job function
• Types, draws, writes and duplicates instructional material; makes educational games and aids
• Listens to students read, and reads to students
• Helps students with make-up work
• Assists in individual or group activities, games, flash cards, computers, etc.
• Assists students in interpreting and following directions of teacher
• Drills - to reinforce any skill the teacher has taught
• Alerts teacher to needs of students
• Assists teacher in checking progress of individualized study projects
• Supervises lunchroom, playground, halls, classrooms and other assigned activities
• Prepares bulletin boards, charts, and graphs
• Assists with the physical and health needs of the children, such as feeding and toiletaring
• Assists with augmentative communication/electronic devices/be willing to be trained for use
• Checks bus before each operation for mechanical defects and notifies the proper authorities in the case of mechanical failure
• Follows guidelines for loading/unloading students Transports only authorized students
• Obeys all traffic laws; observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses
• Keeps to assigned schedule
• Maintains discipline when students are on the bus/van and reports undisciplined students to the proper authority
• Discharges students only at authorized stops
• Keeps assigned bus clean
• Reports all accidents and advises about all possible safety problems
• Transfers and positions students with physical disabilities
• Does miscellaneous typing and filing
• Inventories books, materials and equipment
• Assists when emergencies arise
• Performs other delegated non‑instructional responsibilities assigned by teacher or administrator

Job Details

Location: Norfolk Public Schools Bel Air Elementary - Norfolk, Nebraska

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $19.90 Per Hour

Job ID: 5784836

Citizenship, residency or work visa required.