Paraprofessional

Jenks Public Schools; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Jenks Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional to support students with individualized attention and enrichment under the supervision of the SPED teacher. The role emphasizes classroom assistance, materials preparation, and collaboration with related services to meet student goals.

Responsibilities include reinforcing learning, assisting with behavior plans, and helping with transitions and safety procedures. CPR/First Aid certification is required and training will be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of higher ed (48 hrs) or an associate’s degree or higher, or credential such as ACT WorkKeys/Paraprofessional Test or OGET.
• CPR and First Aid training must be completed and maintained.
• Satisfy district health and citizenship requirements.
• Alternative qualifications may be accepted by the Board of Education.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing targeted student programming under the SPED teacher.
• Support behavior plans and reinforce classroom expectations.
• Modify materials and organize the classroom for effective instruction.
• Assist with transitions and daily routines (lunch, bathroom, nurse clinic).
• Collaborate with PT, OT, SLP and vision/orientation specialists to meet student needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and student records; document progress.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Student support

Teamwork

Communications

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AA degree or higher

National Career Readiness Certificate

OGET Test or equivalent

Tools

LEA training

Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogens

Paraprofessional Training

Job description

Position:

Paraprofessional

Reports to:

Principal and Special Education Teacher

Supervises:

None

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Satisfy Every Student Succeeds Act requirements by:
• Completed at least 2 years of study (48 hrs.) at an institution of higher ed, or
• Hold an associate’s degree or higher, or
• Obtained a National Career Readiness Certificate through successful completion of the ACT, WorkKeys Assessment, or passed the Paraprofessional Assessment Test - Passing Score is 455, or
• Passed the Oklahoma General Education (OGET) Test.
• Complete and maintain training and skills in Cardiovascular Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid.
• Satisfy all district requirements with regard to physical health and citizenship.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

Position Goal:

Assist in the implementation of the program designed to meet the specific goals and objectives for each student, through the provision of individual attention, additional and/or enrichment instruction.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of the special education teacher, works with individuals and/or small groups of students to reinforce expectations and learning introduced by the teacher.
• Assists the teacher and supports behavior intervention plans, if applicable.
• Modifies materials and assist in preparing and maintaining classroom for teaching and learning.
• Adheres to schedule, assisting students with transitions as appropriate, i.e. lunch, bathroom, specials and nurse clinic.
• Assists in lifting students as instructed for safety from chair to and from changing table and/or toilet.
• Assists student with toileting needs as appropriate.
• Collaborates with service providers PT, OT, SLP, vision and/or orientation specialists to assist with meeting the physical and training needs of students.
• Assists in tasks or student support requested by teacher or principal.
• Assists in maintaining student records, i.e., confidentiality, charting progress with academics or behavior.
• Complete the Oklahoma Special Education Paraprofessional Training or other State approved Local Education Agency (LEA) training.
• Complete training in Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogens Training yearly.
• Participates in professional development and other training programs, as required.
• Demonstrates care and concern for students through cooperation and willingness to learn.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Employment Terms:

Nine (9) month classified hourly contract

FLSA Qualification:

Non-Exempt

Evaluation:

Jenks Public Schools Classified Evaluation

Physical Demands:

This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA – it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.

Regular Requirements: Stand for extended periods; sit for extended periods; twist at the neck and trunk; bend at the waist; stoop, kneel, crouch; lift/move up to 50 pounds; handle objects and tools with hands; repetitive use of fingers and hands.

Occasional Requirements: Reach with hands and arms overhead, above shoulder and horizontally; lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Visual Requirements: Close, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to adjust focus.

Hearing/Speaking Requirements: Adequate to exchange information.