Paraprofessional - Special Education - Level 2 (Autism)

Stafford County Public Schools; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafford County Public Schools in Virginia seeks a Paraprofessional - Special Education Level 2 to work with students with disabilities under the supervision of the building administrator. This role supports instructional activities and assists with self-care tasks to help students access the curriculum.

The position emphasizes collaboration with teachers, adherence to IEP goals, and maintaining a safe, supportive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assists student(s) with physical tasks and reinforces instructional content.
• Assists with self-care tasks (e.g., dressing, toileting) and accompanies students outside the classroom as needed.
• Works with small groups to reinforce material under supervision of the special education teacher.
• Maintains supportive relationships with students while communicating progress to teaching staff.
• Operates and cares for equipment used in instructional activities.
• Helps create a classroom environment conducive to learning and supports individual student needs.
• Supervises students during drills, assemblies, field trips, and other activities.
• Serves as a key information resource for substitutes in the absence of the special education teacher.
• Assists with distribution of materials and maintains student documentation.

Skills

Basic computer applications

Awareness of student needs

Basic reading and computation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: Paraprofessional - Special Education Level 2 Department: School Based Reports To: Building Administrator FLSA Status: Non Exempt Work Calendar: Service 185 Day Staff Salary Scale: Instructional Support Salary Scale

Job Summary And Purpose

• This position works closely with one or several pupils with disabilities on a regular basis in an effort to provide them with the physical assistance and emotional support they need to gain full benefits from the district's special education program.

Work Objectives/Essential Functions

• Assists student(s) in physical tasks and to reinforce instructional content
• Assists the student(s) in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off of outer wear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory and other self-help or classroom needs and accompanies the student(s) requiring supervision outside the classroom as necessary.
• Works with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teaching staff, under the direction of the special education teacher
• Establishes an appropriate supportive relationship with the student(s) while maintaining a dialogue with the teaching staff providing information/data regarding student progress and performance.
• Operates and cares for a variety of equipment used in conjunction with the instructional program.
• Assists with maintaining an appropriate classroom environment to include assisting the teacher in devising and implementing special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities.
• Assists with the reasonable supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, field trips, and instructional activities and any other school-wide needs.
• Serves as the chief source of information and assistance to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the Special Education teacher.
• Assists with the collection and distribution of instruction material and with record keeping and student documentation.

Education and Experience

Education Attainment (Required): High School Diploma or its equivalent.

Education Attainment (Preferred):

Relevant Experience (Required):

Relevant Experience (Preferred):

Industry Licensure or Certifications (Required):

Industry Licensure or Certifications (Preferred):

Required Licensures and Certifications

Knowledge

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic curriculum expectations and IEP goals and objectives
• Basic teaching strategies

Skills

• Basic computer applications
• Awareness of the needs of students with disabilities and the need for alternative instructional strategies to meet their needs
• Basic reading and computation skills

Abilities

• Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals
• Organize and perform work independently
• Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects
• Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work

Core Expectations of All Stafford Schools Employees

• Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
• Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
• Maintain a clean, neat appearance and dress appropriate to position and duties.
• Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
• Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
• Work in close harmony with supervisor(s) and colleagues.
• Comply with all division policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality and professional conduct, as well as all site-based procedures and protocols.

Weight Demands

Weight Demands Rarely Occasionally Frequently Lifting – 1–25 lbs X Lifting – 26–50 lbs X Lifting – 50+ lbs X Carrying – 1–25 lbs X Carrying – 26–50 lbs X Carrying – 50+ lbs X Pushing/Pulling – 1–25 lbs X Pushing/Pulling – 26–50 lbs X Pushing/Pulling – 50+ lbs X

Physical Demands

Physical Demands Rarely Occasionally Frequently Standing X Sitting X Walking X Reaching X Turning/Twisting X Balancing/Climbing X Stooping/Kneeling X Crouching/Crawling X

Classification Details (Completed by Human Resources)

Job Family: PARAPROFESSIONAL LEVEL 2 Calendar: SERVICE 185 DAYS STAFF Pay Structure: INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT SALARY SCALE Position: MULTIPLE POSITIONS FLSA Status: NON EXEMPT Job Grade: IS3 Job Code: 3002 Status: ACTIVE

This description is intended to describe the general nature, essential functions, and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and tasks, the inclusion of which are considered for job classification purposes.