Special Education Paraprofessional — Inspire & Support Students

Rocketship; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocketship Public Schools in California seeks a Paraprofessional to support individual and small-group instruction for students with diverse learning needs under the supervision of a certificated Education Specialist. The role requires at least two years of college or a passing score on Rocketship's Paraprofessional Assessment, strong teamwork, patience, and a passion for working with young children.

Experience with students with disabilities is desired, and candidates should be comfortable in a

Qualifications

• Under the supervision of an Education Specialist, implement instruction for students with special education needs.
• Collaborate with case managers to assess progress and communicate results.
• Apply behavior management strategies to support student engagement.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the special education case manager, implement individual and small group instruction for students with special education needs
• Collaborate with students' case managers to assess student progress towards goals on a consistent basis; communicate student progress with case managers and general education teachers
• Implement behavior management strategies during small group and individual instruction in order to support student engagement
• Support the implementation of behavior intervention plans that have been developed by students' case managers; Record data for individualized instructional programs and positive behavior support plans.
• A team player who is detail-oriented, resourceful, and able to manage his/her responsibility with confidence and discretion
• Comfort in a start-up environment with flexibility
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Passion for working with young children
• Experience working with students with disabilities desired

Education

Two years of college

Rocketship Paraprofessional Assessment

Job description

Rocketship Public Schools in California seeks a Paraprofessional to support individual and small-group instruction for students with diverse learning needs under the supervision of a certificated Education Specialist. The role requires at least two years of college or a passing score on Rocketship's Paraprofessional Assessment, strong teamwork, patience, and a passion for working with young children.

Experience with students with disabilities is desired, and candidates should be comfortable in a