Special Needs Paraeducator: Student Support & Instruction

Jefferson Parish Schools; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish Schools seeks a Special Needs Paraeducator to assist in delivering special education services under supervision of a teacher. You will support instructional and non-instructional activities and help students with disabilities within the class to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities include working with small groups, organizing classroom, assisting with health maintenance and personal care as trained, and ensuring safety.

Qualifications

• Must express ideas clearly in speech and writing.
• Ability to describe student behaviors for teachers.
• Fluent in standard English for writing and communication.
• Must be able to use behavioral data sheets per instruction.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instructional tasks and group activities.
• Support health maintenance and personal care as trained.
• Set up centers and arrange room for activities.
• Attend meetings and follow district policies.

Skills

Clear communication

Describe student behaviors

Written English

Behavioral data sheets

Education

Associate Degree

48 hours of college courses

ParaPro Praxis

High school diploma or equivalency

Eighteen years of age or older

Tools

A-V equipment

Classroom computer

Copy machines

Job description

Jefferson Parish Schools seeks a Special Needs Paraeducator to assist in delivering special education services under supervision of a teacher. You will support instructional and non-instructional activities and help students with disabilities within the class to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities include working with small groups, organizing classroom, assisting with health maintenance and personal care as trained, and ensuring safety.