Special Education Adaptive Paraprofessional Student Support

Cousins Middle School

Covington (GA)

On-site

USD 27,000 - 37,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Newton County Schools CousinsMiddle School in Covington, GA seeks a Special Education Adaptive Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities and help them make progress toward IEP goals in the general and special education settings. The role requires a Paraprofessional Certificate or higher, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work closely with teachers, students and families.

The position is non-exempt with 184 workdays and 10 months, and involves data collection and

Qualifications

Associate’s Degree or two years of college OR HS diploma/GED with successful completion of the Georgia Paraprofessional Certification Test.
Valid Paraprofessional Certificate.
Be able to work well with adults and students, and possess good communication skills.

Responsibilities

Be present at work every day, on time, and perform duties as assigned effectively and efficiently.
Comply with school, system, state and federal regulations and policies.
Provide instructional support to individuals and/or small groups of Students With Disabilities in the special education or general education setting as assigned by the teacher.
Demonstrate fair and effective classroom management skills and assist with supervision of students to ensure safety and adherence to school rules.
Perform data collection and routine record-keeping as instructed by the teacher.
Assist the teacher in performing necessary clerical tasks such as ordering and inventory of classroom equipment and materials.