Special Education Paraprofessional — Classroom Support Hero

Fairfield County Educational Service Center; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield County ESC seeks a Paraprofessional for Bloom Carroll Elementary to support teachers in Special Education. You will assist with classroom instruction, monitor students, and provide small group support to help students reach their objectives.

The role requires completing online trainings, obtaining a background check, and meeting I-9 requirements. The workday runs 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with collaborative teams and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Two years of study at an institution of higher education; an associate degree or higher; or passing score on Parapro Assessment
• Experience working with students, preferred
• Required criminal background check
• Meets USCIS I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification
• Appointment may require successful completion of online training courses in areas such as communicable disease, child abuse, CPR, first aid, student privacy, behavioral management training, etc.

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher with the daily preparation, care and organization of equipment and materials for classroom instruction.
• Assists the classroom teacher in the implementation of each child's individual education plan.
• Assists students with mobility, feeding, toileting, diapering, and getting on and off transportation vehicles (if necessary).
• Maintains classroom environment conducive to learning and free of health and safety hazards.
• Works with students both individually and in small groups.
• Attends parent and staff meetings as requested by the teacher or supervisor.

Job description

Fairfield County ESC seeks a Paraprofessional for Bloom Carroll Elementary to support teachers in Special Education. You will assist with classroom instruction, monitor students, and provide small group support to help students reach their objectives.

The role requires completing online trainings, obtaining a background check, and meeting I-9 requirements. The workday runs 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with collaborative teams and ongoing professional growth.