Special Needs Paraprofessional & Classroom Support

Orange County Public Schools; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Public Schools is seeking an instructional paraprofessional to support teachers and students in an educational setting in Orlando, Florida.

Under direct supervision, you will assist with instructional activities, supervise students, and support daily living skills and behavior management. A high school diploma or GED is required, with two years of experience and ESE training within 45 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; plus minimum two (2) years working with school age children in an educational environment.
• All new hires must successfully complete the ESE Training within 45 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides instructional, vocational and developmental assistance to students with special needs as prescribed by the supervising teacher.
• Assists students during arrival and dismissal, including safe transfers from wheelchairs to desks or mats.
• Supports gross and fine motor activities, daily living skills, feeding, dressing, and personal hygiene as appropriate.
• Monitors and documents student behavior; applies crisis intervention as needed; reinforces classroom rules and supports instructional activities.

Skills

Paraprofessional experience

Special needs support

Classroom assistant

Behavior management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Orange County Public Schools is seeking an instructional paraprofessional to support teachers and students in an educational setting in Orlando, Florida.

Under direct supervision, you will assist with instructional activities, supervise students, and support daily living skills and behavior management. A high school diploma or GED is required, with two years of experience and ESE training within 45 days of hire.