Special Needs Paraeducator: Student Support & Inclusion

Jefferson Parish Schools; Westwego (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Full-Time position

Job summary

Jefferson Parish Schools in Westwego, LA, invites applications for the Paraprofessional - Special Needs (SNP) role. You will assist in delivering special education services under supervision of a teacher, handling instructional and non-instructional tasks to support students with disabilities.

Requirements include an Associate degree or 48 college hours or ParaPro Praxis plus high school diploma, and you must be at least 18.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 college hours or ParaPro Praxis with HS diploma.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Experience with medically fragile or special needs students is a plus.
• Health maintenance training provided and required in assignment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instructional tasks and reinforce skills for individuals or small groups.
• Support parallel non-instructional activities and classroom organization.
• Follow school policies and attend faculty meetings as requested.
• Provide health maintenance support for students with disabilities after proper training.
• Assist with behavior management and safety under supervision.

Skills

Clear communication

Written English

Empathy

Independent work

Decision making

Education

Associate degree

48 college hours

ParaPro Praxis

High school diploma

18+ years old

Tools

A-V equipment

Job description

Jefferson Parish Schools in Westwego, LA, invites applications for the Paraprofessional - Special Needs (SNP) role. You will assist in delivering special education services under supervision of a teacher, handling instructional and non-instructional tasks to support students with disabilities.

Requirements include an Associate degree or 48 college hours or ParaPro Praxis plus high school diploma, and you must be at least 18.