Special Education Paraprofessional - Inclusive Classrooms

Woodland Hills School District; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WOODLAND HILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT seeks a paraprofessional at Woodland Hills Senior High School to support students with special needs under certified teacher supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting in inclusionary classrooms, following IEP/504 plans, and providing one-on-one or small-group support while maintaining confidentiality and safety.

Experience with autistic, emotional, or learning support and life skills environments is valued, with training provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year Associate's Degree, 48 college credits, or pass paraprofessional competency exam.
• Must be computer literate and must possess ability to operate a variety of office equipment including, but not limited to, photocopiers and audio-visual equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one or small-group support as indicated by IEP/504 service agreement.
• Follow IEP to assist student(s) in specified needs.
• Follow all policies for classroom procedures.
• Maintain student supervision at all times during transitions, P.E., and transportation periods.
• Attend necessary training sessions associated with the job assignment.
• Support special education students in a co-teaching model.
• Assist the teacher in devising strategies for reinforcing materials based on student needs.
• Work with students who may be aggressive or disruptive in class.
• Provide behavior support, including physical management as trained.
• Engage in consultation with Special Education and Regular Education Teachers and related staff.
• Assist teachers with planning, preparation, and distribution of classroom materials.
• Communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents.
• Anticipate and address crises in a large group of children.
• Provide individualized and small-group instruction to reinforce skills taught by the teacher.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity, comply with laws and district policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervising teacher or Principal.

Skills

Computer literacy

Office equipment operation

Communication skills

Education

Associate's Degree or 48 college credits

Tools

Photocopiers

Audio-Visual equipment

Job description

WOODLAND HILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT seeks a paraprofessional at Woodland Hills Senior High School to support students with special needs under certified teacher supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting in inclusionary classrooms, following IEP/504 plans, and providing one-on-one or small-group support while maintaining confidentiality and safety.

Experience with autistic, emotional, or learning support and life skills environments is valued, with training provided.