Paraprofessional - Virtual/Distance Learning

Stafford County Public Schools; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafford County Public Schools seeks a Paraprofessional - Special Education Level 1 to support students with disabilities in the classroom. You will assist with physical tasks, reinforce instructional content, and collaborate with teachers to implement IEP goals.

This non-exempt, 185-day position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and attention to student safety, with opportunities for professional development within the instructional support salary scale.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience working with students with disabilities preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and support instructional staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with physical tasks and support instructional content.
• Help supervise students during drills, assemblies, field trips and activities.
• Maintain a supportive relationship with students and provide progress information to teachers.
• Operate equipment used in the instructional program.
• Assist with collecting and distributing instructional materials and records.

Skills

Basic reading

Computation skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Attendance and punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

Job Information, Job Title: Paraprofessional - Special Education Level 1, Department: School Based, Reports To: Building Administrator, FLSA Status: Non Exempt, Work Calendar: Service 185 Days, 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):

Additional Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge

• 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 skill
• 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 1 Calendar: SERVICE 185 DAYS Pay Structure: INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT SALARY SCALE Position: MULTIPLE FLSA Status: NON EXEMPT Job Grade: ISI Job Code: 3001 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.