Special Education Para — Severe Disabilities Support & Instruction

Orange County Public Schools; Florida; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Public Schools seeks a dedicated Paraprofessional to support teachers and students with severe disabilities. You will assist with instructional activities, behavioral management, and daily living skills, under supervision.

Strong patience and teamwork are essential. Responsibilities include assisting with data collection for progress monitoring, supporting transitions, and ensuring student safety during meals, activities, and bus arrival.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher; or at least sixty (60) semester hours from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Passing the paraprofessional certification exam can substitute for the educational requirement.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience with exceptional needs school-age children in an educational environment.
• All new hires must successfully complete the ESE Training within 45 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides instructional, behavioral and developmental assistance to students with severe disabilities under supervision.
• Assists with behavior interventions and monitoring to support student progress.
• Aids in data collection for progress monitoring and reporting.
• Supports students during buses, meals, and daily living activities as directed by staff.

Job description

Orange County Public Schools seeks a dedicated Paraprofessional to support teachers and students with severe disabilities. You will assist with instructional activities, behavioral management, and daily living skills, under supervision.

Strong patience and teamwork are essential. Responsibilities include assisting with data collection for progress monitoring, supporting transitions, and ensuring student safety during meals, activities, and bus arrival.