Paraeducator, Special Education

Stafford Public Schools; Stafford (CT); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Stafford Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator for Special Education at Stafford Elementary School. This full-time position works 32.50 hours per week to support certified teachers in delivering instruction and behavioral supports.

The role involves working with students individually, in small groups, and in whole-class settings, following IEP/504 plans, monitoring progress, and assisting with life and vocational skills, while maintaining confidentiality and a professional demeanour.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or equivalent or passing score on the ParaPro Assessment.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities preferred.

Responsabilités

• Works with students individually, in small groups, and/or whole groups in the educational setting providing assistance as directed by a certified teacher.
• Provides students additional opportunities to practice academic, social, behavioral, life and vocational skills.
• Assists classroom teacher with monitoring student behavior and records behavior data when required by the IEP/504 plan.
• Implements recommendations of the PPT/504 Team to support attainment of IEP goals or implements 504 plan.
• Implements recommendations of pupil services and related services personnel for specific students.
• Provides modifications and accommodations as specified by the IEP or 504 plan and behavior plans.
• Integrates assistive technology as required by the IEP or 504 plan.
• Assists students with physical care needs which may include routinely changing diapers and other life skills.
• Reports observations of student progress and concerns to the supervising teacher.
• Maintains confidentiality of student/staff/school-related information at all times.
• Shares student information only with supervising teacher, appropriate pupil services and related services personnel, and school administrator(s).
• Assists in cafeteria, auditorium, gym, recess, homeroom, playground, playing fields, bus loading/unloading, and at work sites.
• Displays a positive and courteous attitude.
• Follows all Board of Education policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the administrator(s).

Formation

Associates Degree or equivalent

ParaPro Assessment passing score

Experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities preferred

Description du poste

NON-CERTIFIED POSITION

POSITION:

Paraeducator, Special Education

Full-time (32.50 hours per week)

LOCATION:

Stafford Elementary School

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associates Degree or equivalent, or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with students individually, in small groups, and/or whole groups in the educational setting providing assistance as directed by a certified teacher.
• Provides students additional opportunities to practice academic, social, behavioral, life and vocational skills.
• Assists classroom teacher with monitoring student behavior and records behavior data when required by the IEP / 504 plan.
• Implements recommendations of the PPT/ 504 Team to support attainment of IEP goals or implements 504 plan.
• Implements recommendations of pupil services and related services personnel for specific students.
• Provides modifications and accommodations as specified by the IEP or 504 plan and behavior plans.
• Integrates assistive technology as required by the IEP or 504 plan.
• Assists students with physical care needs which may include routinely changing diapers and other life skills.
• Reports observations of student progress and concerns to the supervising teacher.
• Maintains confidentiality of student/staff/school-related information at all times.
• Shares student information only with supervising teacher, appropriate pupil services and related services personnel, and school administrator(s).
• Assists in cafeteria, auditorium, gym, recess, homeroom, playground, playing fields, bus loading/unloading, and at work sites.
• Displays a positive and courteous attitude.
• Follows all Board of Education policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the administrator(s).

HOURLY RATE OF PAY:

$21.15 - $22.89, Commensurate with Experience

Follow this link to the CSEA contract, which details pension, health / dental / vision insurance information, and paid time off.

AVAILABILITY:

As soon as possible following appointment

CLOSING DATE:

Until Filled (will be posted for a minimum of 5 days)

E.O.E.