Special Education Paraprofessional - Classroom Support

Upper Arlington Schools; Wickliffe (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Educational Service Center of Central Ohio is seeking an Educational Support Professional to assist students with disabilities and work under the supervision of an assigned teacher. The position offers a regular full-time schedule with competitive hourly pay based on experience and assignment.

Responsibilities include supporting classroom instruction, aiding students with remedial and enrichment activities, and maintaining a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Ohio Department of Education Permit appropriate for the assignment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test).

Responsibilities

• Checks with the teacher for instructions; works with small groups and/or individual students.
• Helps students with remedial and/or enrichment activities.
• Reinforces the teacher's instructional objectives and maintains a positive learning environment.
• Offers help when students ask or their behavior suggests assistance is needed, while avoiding being intrusive.
• Supports an inclusive educational environment, helping students with disabilities participate in peer group activities.
• Assists with student mobility needs and helps students use assistive and/or augmentative devices.
• Positions students to take full advantage of each learning environment.
• Follows prescribed medical plans and/or assists students with personal hygiene care as trained by a licensed healthcare professional.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines and procedures.
• Promotes a favorable image of the service center and supports community/school partnerships.
• Remains free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substances in the workplace throughout employment.

Skills

Self-directed

Assist students with disabilities

Stress management

Training compliance

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Ohio teaching permit/education permit

Job description

The Educational Service Center of Central Ohio is seeking an Educational Support Professional to assist students with disabilities and work under the supervision of an assigned teacher. The position offers a regular full-time schedule with competitive hourly pay based on experience and assignment.

Responsibilities include supporting classroom instruction, aiding students with remedial and enrichment activities, and maintaining a positive learning environment.