PARA - INCLUSION - KELLY ELEMENTARY

Kids for the Future; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant d'entreprise

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Grand Forks, ND seeks a dedicated classroom assistant to support students with diverse needs. You will help with instruction, manage activities, and reinforce learning alongside certified teachers.

This 9-month, full-time or part-time role emphasizes teamwork, patience, and effective communication. A high school diploma or GED is required, with training in behavior support and data tracking encouraged.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work with diverse student needs and behaviors.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with instruction and activities.
• Support students with disabilities under supervision.
• Track student progress through data collection.
• Operate computers and adaptive AT equipment.
• Assist with accommodations and behavior support plans.
• Collaborate with teachers to minimize disruptions.

Skills

Student behavior management

Team player

Communication skills

Human relations skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Adaptive AT equipment

Job description

• Location 3000 Cherry Street,Grand Forks, ND, 58201,United States
• Base Pay $17.22 - $21.31 / Hour
• Job Category CLASSIFIED
• Employee Type Classified 9-Month

Description

Education:High School Diploma or High School Equivalency

Qualifications: Ability to work with a variety of student behaviors and educational needs, primarily in the general education classroom. Ability to work as a team member, demonstrates human relations skills, and demonstrates effective communication skills.

Job Summary: Assist the classroom teacher with instruction and classroom activities. Assists students with disabilities under the supervision of special education/ general education teachers and building administrators.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in carrying out activities to achieve goals and objectives listed in the students' Individual Educational Plans.
• Assist students in instructional activities, curriculum modification and adaptations with the planning and supervision of the classroom teacher and/or special education teacher.
• Assist with the tracking of student progress through data collection.
• Work with computers and other adaptive AT equipment to aid in student learning.
• Supervise students individually and in small and large groups with the planning and direction of the classroom teacher and/or special education teacher.
• Assist in the provision of accommodations and adaptations.
• Assist students in developing self-management skills.
• Assist teachers in classroom management and in the carrying out of positive behavior support plans.
• Partner with classroom teacher in monitoring the classroom to minimize distractions and disruptions to promote learning.
• Assist students in other ways as assigned by supervisors.
• Assist students in loading and unloading safely from buses and in drop off and pick up zones.
• Participate in professional development, including program specific training and behavioral de-escalation, to acquire specific skills needed to perform responsibilities.
• Promote learning environments that are student-centered, safe, and supportive where through effective communication and relationship building.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the district supervisor.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, walk and stand. Lift sixty (60) lbs. occasionally, with the ability to reach, stand, walk, carry, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, sit, and/or crawl. The ability to hear and see in order to communicate effectively as well as communicate clearly and concisely. Maintain mental capacity, allowing for effective interaction and communication with others. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Terms of Employment: Full-time or part-time, Nine (9) months, academic school year

Evaluation:Job performance will be evaluated by the Supervising Teacher, Building Administrator.