Paraprofessional: Student Support & Growth Partner

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools; Village of Cedarhurst (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools seeks a Paraprofessional to support licensed educators in delivering instructional and non-instructional services to students.

You will assist with student development, behavior support, and daily life skills, under supervision. Responsibilities include keeping records, aiding teachers, and supporting students with special needs; lifting up to 50 lbs may be required. Full-time and part-time openings available.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in the field preferred
• Be at least 21 years of age and have a high school diploma
• Capable of physically assisting students with special needs as required

Responsibilities

• Be capable of physically assisting students with ambulation and navigation within the school premises and community.
• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the teacher.
• Assist in the implementation of goals for the students and monitor their progress.
• Provide necessary support to enable them to participate in all activities.
• Reinforce appropriate behaviors through the use of positive behavior support.
• Aiding other professionals such as speech therapists, social workers, and occupational and physical therapists during instruction.
• Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records, display of student work, one-to-one or small group instruction as outlined by the teacher, and other supportive tasks.
• Support students with emotional or behavioral concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills.
• Implement behavior plans and collect data with appropriate training.
• Teaching and assisting students in daily life skills such as feeding, ADLs, and toileting as needed.
• Be able to lift a min. of 50 lbs.
• Other duties as needed

Skills

Team Player

Follows instructions well

Great communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools seeks a Paraprofessional to support licensed educators in delivering instructional and non-instructional services to students.

You will assist with student development, behavior support, and daily life skills, under supervision. Responsibilities include keeping records, aiding teachers, and supporting students with special needs; lifting up to 50 lbs may be required. Full-time and part-time openings available.