Paraprofessional Fluent in ASL Ability

Young World Physical Education; Weatherford (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Full-Time Special Education Paraprofessional fluent in American Sign Language in Weatherford, Oklahoma. This role involves assisting teachers with students in a supportive environment and participating in special education activities. Candidates must possess strong interpersonal skills and adhere to district policies.

Application questions can be directed to Melissa Jarvis, Special Education Director at 580-772-3327 or [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Fluent in American Sign Language.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in creating a supportive teaching environment.
• Participate in paraprofessional training activities.
• Manage student behavior and provide personal care needs.

Job description

Paraprofessional Fluent in ASL Ability

Weatherford School District 26 East Intermediate - Weatherford, Oklahoma Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 4446153

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 17, 2023 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Listed below is a currently vacancy for a support staff position in the Weatherford Public School district. All salaries for support positions are based on earned position on the salary schedule.

Job Title: Special Educcation Paraprofessional

Job Site: Stafford Elementary

General Job Description:

Reports to: Assigned site special education teacher/building administrator.

Job Goal: Perform semi-skilled level duties under general supervision to assist the teacher in creating a teaching environment to develop and support the social, communication and intellectual skills of students.

Successful performance of the job requires adequate service/people skills to resolve problems and provide information as requested. It requires following general standardized district operating policies to reduce accident and injury to self, students and others. Proper dress standards, attendance and leave policies, confidentiality policies, and health policies of the district are required as a part of job performance. Effective problem solving skills are essential to this position.

Job Functions:

• Participates in required paraprofessional/paraeducation state and local job training activities.
• Assists with instruction and activities for individuals or for groups as assigned by teacher. Assists with teaching units and small group rotations. Supervised students in instructional setting, off-campus activities and during non-instructional activities such as recess, assemblies, emergency drills, lunch periods, field trips, etc.
• Prepares, creates, and/or adapts instructional materials as directed by the teacher. Instructs gross and fine motor activities, art, music, games, unit teaching, reading stories, singing songs, etc. as appropriate for individual students. Assists students with assignments.
• Serves as main source of information and assistance for substitute as the information pertains to a particular classroom or student.
• Assists teacher with student behavior management strategies. Responds appropriately to out of control students when necessary. Alerts teacher to special needs of students.
• Keeps a journal of student behavior that varies from the norm.
• Serves as a part of the IEP team.
• May assist students with personal care needs and assist with minor first aid as appropriate.
• Assists children to and from the bus. May ride a bus with a student if deemed appropriate.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by teacher and/or district administrator.
• Assist student with interpreting and communication with basic American Sign Language.

Please find additional information about our district and schools at www.wpsok.org

For further questions, please contact:

Melissa Jarvis

Special Education Director

580-772-3327

[e-mail]

Application Deadline: Position will be filled when suitable applicant is found.

Weatherford Public Schools considers all qualified applicants for each position and does not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital, or veteran status, or disability. This policy is followed in the operation of its educational programs and activities, recruitment, admissions, and employment practices.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Doug Gunselman
• 1409 Cypress Drive
• Weatherford
• Weatherford, Oklahoma 73096
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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