Special Education Parapro/Autism

COWETA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT; Sharpsburg (GA); On-site; USD 16,570 - 23,600; Full time

Job summary

COWETA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT is hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional for Thomas Crossroads Elementary. The role involves supporting teachers in creating a learning environment for students with Autism. Applicants should hold a Paraprofessional Certificate or equivalent qualifications, with experience in directing children's activities. The position offers $14.58 an hour for 7.5 hours a day over 183 days. Commitment to student confidentiality and a willingness to assist in various educational settings is essential.

Qualifications

• Qualify for a Paraprofessional Certificate by holding an Associate Degree or higher or 90 college quarter hours.
• Mindset de-escalation training is required.

Responsibilities

• Support Autism classroom teachers in implementing instructional programs.
• Prepare for teaching individual and group sessions.
• Assist in creating a conducive learning environment.

Skills

Organizing and directing groups of children

Adjusting to changing conditions

Education

Paraprofessional Certificate or higher education

Job description

Position Details

POSITION TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL - GEN CURRICULUM AUTISM - 183 DAYS

LOCATION: Thomas Crossroads Elementary-3 Positions Available

RATE: $14.58 an hour, 7.5 hours, 183 days

Job Description

• To provide competent support and assistance to the Autism classroom teacher(s) in the full implementation of the instructional programs for students with Autism.
• Meets and instructs assigned groups and individuals in locations and at the times designated by the teacher.
• Presents materials required in the teaching assignment within the content limitations of the system curriculum guides and under the direction of the teacher.
• Assists the teacher in the implementation of programs of study that, as much as possible, meet the individual needs and abilities of the students.
• Assists in creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and cognitive/behavioral level of the students.
• Prepares for groups and/or individuals assigned, and shows evidence of such preparation.
• Provides the teacher with input for assessing the accomplishments of students.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records, as required.
• Assists with implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct.
• Helps the teacher enforce reasonable rules of classroom behavior and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Provides feedback to learners about their academic progress and behavior.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
• Reproduces, organizes, distributes, and collects instructional materials for implementation of instructional programs.
• Complies with any reasonable oral or written directive of the teacher, the principal, or other appropriate administration or supervisor.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all student information.
• Provides support to students with Autism in a variety of settings, as directed by the teacher.
• Assists in the collection of data and in compiling and organizing data for review by the teacher.
• Assists with the implementation of sensory diets/protocols and positive behavioral supports/interventions.
• Participates successfully in all training programs designed to increase skill and proficiency related to the individual job assignment, as well as procedures to be used with students with disabilities.
• Demonstrates the ability and willingness to perform special duties as required for meeting the unique needs of specific student populations.

Required Education, Certification or Training

Qualify for a Paraprofessional Certificate by either holding an Associate Degree or higher or 90 college quarter hours/60 semester hours or pass the assessment test for paraprofessionals (GACE). Mindset de-escalation training or ability/willingness to successfully complete Mindset certification is required.

Required Skills

• The ability to organize, direct, and control small and large groups of children in a variety of activities and settings.
• The ability to adjust to changing conditions and situations.

Required Experience

Experience working with and directing the activities of children, preferably children with Autism.

The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable. The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.