Special Education Paraprofessional Long-Term Sub- SLC/DLC Learning Centers

Somerset-Berkley-and-Somerset-Public-School; Somerset (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerset Berkley and Somerset Public Schools North Elementary School in Somerset, Massachusetts seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional Long-Term Substitute for SLC/DLC Learning Centers. You will support in instructional and non-instructional settings for students with developmental disabilities.

Requirements include two years of college coursework (48 credits) or an AS degree, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Two years of college coursework (48 credits) or an AS degree is required.
• Ability to work effectively with students with developmental disabilities.
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
• Preference for candidates willing to train in crisis intervention/restraint and related topics.

Responsibilities

• Work with elementary students with developmental disabilities in instructional and non-instructional settings.
• Reinforce learning of materials or skills introduced by the classroom teacher.
• Reinforce social/emotional strategies with the school team.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical behavior expected of staff.
• Perform related duties as directed by the building principal.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Special needs experience

Education

Two years of College coursework (48 credits) / AS Degree

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional Long-Term Sub- SLC/DLC Learning Centers

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Job Description

JOB GOAL: To work in a substantially separate classroom with students identified with developmental disabilities

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1.Works with elementary students with developmental disabilities and supports in instructional and non-instructional settings.
• 2.Reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced by the classroom teacher.
• 3.Reinforce learning of social/emotional strategies introduced by the classroom teacher and school adjustment counselor and/or school psychologist and other related service providers, i.e. Speech & Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, etc.
• 4. Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about the student as is expected of a fully licensed teacher.
• 5. Perform related duties as directed by the building principal.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $16 to $24 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to North Elementary School

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Somerset Public Schools/Somerset Berkley Regional School District is in compliance with the U.S. Civil Service Rights Act of 1964 and the Title IX Educational Amendments of 1972, Part 86 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The School Districts provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, homelessness, ancestry, ethnic background, national origin or any other category protected by state or federal laws in the administration of its educational and employment policies, or in its programs or activities.

Job Requirements

• 1. Two years of College course work (48 credits) /AS Degree required or passing score (464) on the Para Pro Assessment
• 3. Ability to work effectively with students with special needs, specifically students with developmental/social/emotional/behavioral needs
• 4. Good communications and interpersonal skills
• 5. Preference will be given to people are willing to attend training in crisis intervention/restraint and other topics relative to Special Education
• REPORTS TO Building Principal
• TERMS OF: In accordance with the existing bargaining agreement with the Somerset EMPLOYMENTParaprofessional Bargaining Unit
• SALARY: In accordance with the existing bargaining agreement with the Somerset Paraprofessional Bargaining Unit.
• WORK YEAR: As determined by Somerset Paraprofessional Bargaining Unit
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required