Special Ed Paraprofessional

Leadership Prep School; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Leadership Prep School in Frisco, Texas is seeking a Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities inside and outside the classroom, and to assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) under the supervision of a certified teacher.

The role involves helping with physical tasks and personal care, managing behavior, and assisting with instructional activities throughout the school day. Strong communication and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Two years experience with children preferred.
• Experience supporting students with disabilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Help meet the individual needs of students, including physical tasks and personal care.
• Assist with implementation of IEPs and instructional programs under supervision.
• Support with behavior management and classroom routines.
• Monitor and assist students in lunchroom, bus, and playground settings.
• Keep teacher informed of student needs and progress.
• Maintain confidentiality and participate in meetings and events as assigned.

Skills

Special needs care

Instruction following

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Title: Paraprofessional

Reports to: Principal

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Primary Purpose

Help meet physical and instructional needs of individual students, including students with disabilities, inside and outside classroom. Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP), including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

High School Diploma

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively

Experience

Two years experience working with children preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Student Management

1. Help meet the individual needs of student(s) including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting and positioning; interpreting instructions; and assisting with physical needs and personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
2. Help manage the behavior of assigned student(s). This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student as needed.
3. Recognize differences in student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction according.
4. Work with assigned student(s) or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
5. Assist assigned students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
6. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned student(s).

Other

1. Maintain confidentiality.
2. Participate in professional development programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
3. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Tools/Equipment Used

Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students

Posture

Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion

Frequent walking and reaching

Lifting

Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning or students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting non-ambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment

Environment

Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases)

Mental Demands

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.