Special Education Paraprofessional / Aide

Osnaburg Local School District; Kentucky; On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Osnaburg Local School District is seeking a Special Educational Aide/Teacher Aide to assist with students’ needs including academic, behavioral, medical and personal care tasks at Rebecca Stallman Southgate School.

The role requires a high school diploma, willingness to obtain CPI training certification, and paraprofessional certification or ability to obtain it. Strong collaboration with teachers and adherence to safety and privacy standards are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Must be able to obtain CPI training certification (training by district).
• Paraprofessional certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Willingness to assist with diapering, self care, feeding, behavioral needs and/or basic academic tasks.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of non-teaching classroom support and student personal care services under supervision of a teacher.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
• Helps students with remedial and enrichment activities and reinforces instructional objectives.
• Assists with student mobility and use of assistive devices.
• Positions students for optimal learning and follows medical plans as trained.
• Participates in parent conferences and school events as directed.

Skills

Paraprofessional certification

Background check compliance

CPI training

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Full Time Position

Location: Rebecca Stallman Southgate School

Qualifications and Certifications as follows:

Parapro Aide Permit

FBI/BCI Background Check

CPI Training

Other Training When Provided

Title: SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL AIDE/TEACHER AIDE -Assisting with any students needs including: academic, behavioral, medical and self-care needs

Requirements Be able to obtain CPI training certification (training provided by school district) Paraprofessional certification or be able to obtain certification Willingness to assist with diapering, self care, feeding, behavioral needs and /or basic academic tasks

for posistion:

Job Objectives: Performs a variety of non-teaching classroom support and student personal care services as directed under the supervision of an assigned teacher.

Minimum · High school diploma.

Qualifications: · Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).

• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Meets all mandated Ohio Department of Education education/training requirements.
• Self-directed and able to learn required skills for the position.
• Ability to assist students with disabilities (e.g., mobility, transferring, positioning, etc.).
• Congenial disposition and strong diplomacy skills.

Note: Appointment may require successful completion of communicable disease, child abuse and neglect, CPR, first aid, and/or behavioral management training.

Responsibilities

The following duties are representative of performance expectations. A reasonable

and Essential accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to

Functions: perform essential functions.

• Checks with the teacher for instructions. Works with small groups and/or individual students. Seeks advice when expectations are unclear.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
• Helps students with remedial and/or enrichment activities. Reinforces instructional objectives introduced by the teacher. Maintains a positive learning environment.
• Offers help when students ask or their behavior suggests they need assistance. Avoids being intrusive. Solves student concerns discreetly.
• Supports an inclusive educational environment. Helps students with disabilities participate in appropriate peer group activities as directed.
• Assists with student mobility needs. Helps students use assistive and/or augmentative devices.
• Positions students to take full advantage of each learning environment (e.g., line-of-sight, proximity to equipment, height of work surfaces, etc.).
• Follows prescribed medical plans and/or assists students with personal hygiene care (e.g., toileting, catheterization, etc.) as trained by a licensed health care professional.
• Helps feed students.Complies with personal hygiene rules and standard sanitation procedures.
• Actively participates in programmed recreational activities as directed.
• Supervises rest periods when applicable.
• Monitors ill students until a parent/guardian arrives.
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Takes precautions to ensure staff/student safety. Does not leave students unsupervised.
• Watches for student behavior that may indicate a problem (e.g., profanity, teasing, bullying, distress, etc.). Intervenes and/or reports concerns to an administrator.
• Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code.
• Works with the classroom teacher to address persistent behavior problems.

• Supervises non-classroom activities as directed (e.g., arrival/departure, lunch, recess, field trips, library, computer lab, etc.).
• Promotes the proper use and care of school property. Reports student discipline problems, vandalism, and other related concerns.
• Reports indications of suspected child abuse and neglect as required by law.
• Performs clerical work related to classroom activities. Prepares and distributes classroom materials. Maintains records as directed.
• Prepares classroom equipment for use (e.g., computers, media resources, etc.).
• Helps keep program and storage areas orderly (e.g., stores equipment, shelves books, cleans spills, etc.). Sanitizes equipment as directed.
• Participates in parent conferences, open houses, and other required school events.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed.
• Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
• Wears appropriate work attire and maintains a neat appearance.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
• Promote a favorable image of the school district. Support and enhance district

programs and services. Refrain from expressions that disrupt the efficient

operation of the school and/or interfere with the maintenance of discipline by

school officials.

• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Abilities

The following characteristics and physical skills are important for the successful

Required: performance of assigned duties.

• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
• Ability to work independently and perform prescribed activities efficiently.
• Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.
• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Completes paperwork accurately. Verifies and correctly enters data.
• Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.
• Exercises tact and self-control when dealing with other individuals.Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

Working Conditions

Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on

intricacies and factors that may not be predictable.

• Duties may require bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing.
• Duties may require lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Duties may require traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Duties may require working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.
• Duties may require prolonged use of a computer keyboard and monitor.
• Duties may require wearing protective clothing and using safety equipment.
• Duties may require working extended hours.
• Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
• Potential for exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Potential for exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors.
• Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Potential for interaction with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.

Performance

Job performance is evaluated according to the policy provisions adopted by the

Evaluation: Osnaburg Local School District Board of Education.

The Osnaburg Local School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability. This job description summary does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables, emerging technologies, improved operating procedures, productivity factors, and unforeseen events.