Paraprofessional - One-on-One Classification 130

Applitrack; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage

Paid sick and personal time

Pension contribution options

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a Paraprofessional - One-on-One Classification 130 at Simonds Elementary to assist teachers by supporting instructional activities and supervising students with disabilities. Under the direction of the teacher, you will conduct training activities with small groups at various sites, including the library, cafeteria, and community-based settings.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, plus advanced training in an approved program and experience with students

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Advanced training in a district-approved special education instructional aide program.
• Experience with students with emotional impairments, autism, cognitive or physical disabilities.
• Willingness to conduct physical management and care procedures with students.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, implementation and record-keeping of instructional activities.
• Conduct training activities with small groups at various sites (library, cafeteria, hallways, etc.).
• Provide instructional assistance under supervision of teachers and staff.
• Supervise and monitor medical needs and implement procedures as assigned.
• Implement behavior plans and participate in data collection related to progress.

Skills

CPR training

Basic computer literacy

Disability support

Stress management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Advanced training in approved paraprofessional program

Tools

Video equipment

Laminator

Copying equipment

Projectors

Job description

Paraprofessional - One-on-One Classification 130 JobID: 18006

Position

Paraprofessional - One-on-One Classification 130

Location

SimondsElementary

Salary

Starting at $18.00/hour based on prior similar experience

Benefits

• health, dental and vision (single care coverage) *
• paid sick and personal time*
• pension contribution options

* upon completion of a probationary/waiting period

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduate, or equivalent
• or
• Advanced training in a community college or degree-granting institution whose special education instructional aide training program has been approved by the department
• Experience working with students with emotional impairments, autism spectrum disorder, cognitive impairments, and/or physical disabilities, or equivalent experience
• Willingness and ability to conduct necessary physical management and physical care procedures with the students, including toileting, diapering, supporting activities of daily living, monitoring of medical conditions, and implementing medical procedures for which training has been provided
• Willingness to be trained in CPR, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention techniques, and necessary medical procedures.
• Good health, stamina for assigned duties, and positive attitude toward students
• Willingness and ability to work with students with aggressive and/or anti-social behaviors, e.g., threatening, hitting, kicking, biting, spitting, etc.
• Ability to withstand the stress of the position
• Willingness and ability to manage students in both school and community based instruction
• Basic computer literacy and operational knowledge of instructional support equipment (video, laminator, copying, projectors, etc)
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, implementation and record-keeping of instructional activities under the direction of teachers and ancillary staff
• Under the direction of the teacher, conduct assigned training activities with small groups of students at various sites, including locations other than the classroom, such as the library, cafeteria, hallways, bathrooms, community-based instruction settings
• Provide instructional assistance under the direction of classroom teacher and ancillary staff
• Supervise and monitor the physical condition of students with such conditions as diabetes and seizure disorders and implement medical procedures as assigned by supervisor
• Properly implement behavior management plans, including crisis intervention procedures. This is likely to include physical management of students.
• Assist in extensive data collection related to behavioral analysis, physical function and instructional progress as directed by professional staff
• Participate in professional development, student staffing, program committees and other meetings as directed by supervisor
• Care for instructional materials when appropriate
• Enter data and prepare reports on computer as designated by teachers and ancillary staff
• Willingness to be trained in medical care plans (e.g., allergen, asthmatic, and/or diabetic management) under the minimum qualifications
• Monitor and manage student medical needs per medical plans to the responsibilities
• Must demonstrate reliability and punctuality, with a strong record of consistent attendance. Regular and dependable presence during school hours is essential.
• Other duties as assigned

Employment is contingent upon disclosure in accordance with PA-189. All staff members are expected to maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward one another at all times.

Qualified Applicant Procedure

Selected candidates will be required to have a district paid fingerprint criminal history check processed through the Michigan State Police and FBI.

It shall be the policy of the district not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, genetic information, disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by law.