High School SPED Paraprofessional 2022-2023

New Orleans College Prep; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement contributions

Competitive salary

Job summary

Walter L Cohen Prep in New Orleans seeks a full-time Special Education Paraprofessional to assist a student with special needs and maximize inclusion in the general education setting. The role involves one-on-one instruction, progress evaluation, and regular communication with staff and families to support a student’s academic and social growth.

The position requires working with students with physical, cognitive, and/or emotional exceptionalities, and participation in trainings related to state

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1–3 years of urban paraprofessional or tutoring experience preferred.
• Solutions‑oriented with focus on problem solving and system improvement.
• Enthusiasm and teamwork; strong belief in student potential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in education of students, including behavior management, recordkeeping, instructional assistance and classroom organization.
• Provide one-on-one instruction with the student.
• Evaluate student progress on work and share with teachers.
• Communicate progress with staff, school, and parents/guardians.
• Participate in trainings related to Special Education laws and programs.
• Attend IEP meetings and provide ongoing communication about progress.
• Reinforce skills taught by the teacher across curriculum areas and help students stay on task.
• Provide physical assistance to students when necessary and follow written instructions.

Skills

Solutions-Oriented

Enthusiasm

High Expectations

Results Oriented

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Job Description: All applications will be reviewed and responded to as quickly as we are able. While we wish we could personally speak with each applicant, we are unable to do so due to the volume of applicants. With that in mind, please do not call in to follow up on your application

Walter L Cohen Prep is searching for a full-time Special Education Paraprofessional who is enthusiastic about assisting a student with special needs to advance towards college preparation and maximize inclusion in the general education setting. This position would require you to work with students with physical, cognitive, and/or emotional exceptionalities.

If you are relentless about seeing all students achieve at high levels, this is a chance to work at a school that does whatever it takes to ensure our students are equipped with the academic and social skills needed to 'Prep for College' and 'Prep for Life.'

Responsibilities

• *Under the supervision of an administrator and general direction of a classroom teacher, assist the teacher in the education of students including management of student behavior, recordkeeping, instructional assistance and classroom security and organization
• *Provide one-on-one instruction with the student
• *Evaluate student progress on work assignments and share progress with teacher(s)
• *Provide ongoing communication with staff, school, and parents/guardians about the student's progress.
• *Fully participate in trainings regarding state and federal laws, regulations, and programs related to Special Education.
• *Participate with and attend IEP meetings
• *Provide ongoing communication with staff, school, and parents/guardians about the student's progress.
• *Reinforce skills taught by teacher and provide instruction in various curriculum areas related to student's need
• *Assist student with class work and help him/her to stay on task
• *Provide physical assistance to students, when necessary
• *Provide specialized care and assistance to children in accordance with administrative approval and training and written instructions provided by parents and medical professionals

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency (required)
• 1 - 3 years of urban para-educa tional or tutoring experience (preferred)
• Solutions-Oriented: Concentrates on finding ways to solve problems and improve systems
• Enthusiasm: Exhibits passion and excitement over work
• High Expectations: An unwavering belief that all students can achieve at high levels
• Results Oriented: Proven track record of producing dramatic, demonstrable student achievement gains
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work well in a team

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including generous retirement contributions and comprehensive health benefits. The base salary for this position is $27,500.

Keyword: 1:1 High School SPED Paraprofessional