Paraeducator - Health Aide

Sylvania; Columbia Falls (MT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Columbia Falls, MT seeks a dedicated school paraeducator to support students and instructional staff on a full-time basis. You will monitor and assist in classrooms, provide remedial support, and help with health and safety needs under the supervision of the Building Principal.

Applicants should have at least two years of college work and CPR/First Aid certification are preferred. Strong communication, patience, and the ability to work with diverse learners are essential to succeed

Qualifications

• Completion of at least two years of college or higher education with ability to assist in instruction and health.
• Preferred: CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and supervises students as assigned.
• Continuously monitors and evaluates student progress.
• Assists students in academic, social-emotional, personal, hygiene or medical needs.
• Assists instructional personnel with the presentation of learning materials and in instructional exercises.
• Provides remedial instruction as prescribed by lead teacher.
• Observes and maintains an orderly, positive learning environment.
• Communicates effectively while maintaining confidentiality.
• Assists in field trips and extracurricular activities as assigned.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Time management

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Independent worker

Education

Two years of college coursework

Job description

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

LOCATION: HS

HOURS: approximately 8 hrs/day, and follows school calendar

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Monitors and supervises students as assigned.
• Continuously monitors and evaluates student progress.
• Assists students in all areas including academic, social-emotional, personal, hygiene or medical needs as assigned.
• Assists instructional personnel with the presentation of learning materials and in the conduct of instructional exercises.
• Provides remedial instruction as prescribed by lead teacher.
• Assists in shaping of appropriate social behaviors.
• Assists in the preparation of variety of instructional materials and learning aids geared to the instructional level and needs of children who are in special education.
• Observes and monitors children with physical handicapping conditions and requests appropriate assistance for pupil experiencing physical distress.
• Maintains or assists in maintaining an orderly, attractive and positive learning environment.
• Participates in parent conferences, and pupil instruction, training and planning processes as assigned.
• Participates as a member of classified staff and instructional team.
• Demonstrates positive approaches and patience in working with students, associates, teachers and parents.
• Helps support students with emotional and behavioral needs including safety supporting and deescalating student who may exhibit physically aggressive behaviors.
• Assist students in a variety of settings in school and also during extracurricular activities or field trips as assigned.
• Performs routine clerical tasks and operates a variety of educational and office related machines and equipment.
• Utilizes a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of a training and educational environment.
• Respects authority and carries out Board Policy and procedures.
• Communicates effectively in oral and written form while maintaining required confidentiality.
• Helps students with basic medical attention and first aid.
• Follows directions and guidelines provided by School Nurse.

Only minimum duties are listed. Other functions may be required as given or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of at least two years of study at an institute of higher education; obtain an associate or higher degree, or meet a rigorous standard of quality; and can demonstrate through a formal state or local academic assessment the knowledge of and ability to assist in the instruction and health of students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years of college coursework in education or health related field of study.
• First aid and CPR certified.
• Successful experience as Title I, Special Education, or general school paraeducator.
• Ability to work with children of varied age groups, particularly those exhibiting specialized needs.
• Knowledge of basic concepts of child growth and development and developmental behavior characteristics, particularly pertaining to pupils with special learning needs.
• Knowledge of behavior management strategies and techniques relating to pupils experiencing significant behavioral challenges and impulse control difficulties.
• Experience working in health related occupation.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Skill in critical thinking, problem analysis and resolution.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to make mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.
• Maintain records and prepare reports, as required.
• Compose correspondence in response to routine inquiries.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of a workday.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain effective professional relationships with staff.
• Ability to work with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of employment.
• Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels.

EQUIPMENT USED

A variety of medical equipment, as well as, electronic and technology devices, copier, telephone/voicemail, fax.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside, but may go outdoors. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally walk and stand; travel from building to other sites. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be able to hear conversations in quiet environments. May be required to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move up to 50 pounds of force.

MENTAL/MOTOR DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee often performs routine work. The employee frequently exercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to another). Guidance and reinforcement are usually unavailable. The employee frequently works within time constraints and maintains attentiveness intensity. The employee frequently involved in interactions which require oral and written communications.

The physical demands, work-environment characteristics, and mental/motor demands described within this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For those classified employees employed under a written contract for a specified term, nothing contained in this job description shall create a property right beyond the specified duration of the employment contract.