Impactful SPED Paraprofessional — Discovery Plus Program

firstlineschools; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstLine Schools is seeking a dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with cognitive needs in a self-contained program. This role provides 1:1 or small-group assistance under the supervision of the SPED Coordinator and Classroom Teacher, helping implement IEP goals and behavioral supports throughout the day.

Ideal candidates bring reliable communication, teamwork, and a commitment to fostering independence in students within an urban, open-admissions setting in New

Qualifications

• Experience with students with health plans and cognitive needs.
• Experience in an urban, open admissions school.
• Demonstrated record of setting high expectations for students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the delivery of special education services under the supervision of the Special Education teacher
• Supports the instruction in the classroom for the assigned student(s)
• Assists assigned student(s) with classroom assignments
• Supports instructional aspects of student(s) IEP(s)
• Works to keep student(s) on task during classroom instruction
• Provides behavioral support throughout the school day
• Supports student(s) IEP goals in areas of academics, social emotional and related service areas
• Supports student(s) with specific assistive technology devices student(s) may require throughout the day
• Medical and life skills care and assistance for students may be required as part of a student’s health plan or IEP.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Special education commitment

Job description

FirstLine Schools is seeking a dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with cognitive needs in a self-contained program. This role provides 1:1 or small-group assistance under the supervision of the SPED Coordinator and Classroom Teacher, helping implement IEP goals and behavioral supports throughout the day.

Ideal candidates bring reliable communication, teamwork, and a commitment to fostering independence in students within an urban, open-admissions setting in New