Specialized Programs Paraprofessional: Student Support

Appoquinimink School District; Town of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Appoquinimink School District is seeking a Full-Time Paraprofessional for Specialized Programs (RISE) at Louis L. Redding Middle School. The role supports teachers, leads small-group instruction, and helps create a safe, engaging learning environment for diverse students.

Candidates should have a high school diploma (or 60 college credits), be able to work cooperatively with staff and families, and meet district credential requirements. Commitment to ongoing professional development is expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and passing ParaPro scores or a minimum of 60 college credits.
• State of Delaware Paraeducator Permit required.
• Ability to work cooperatively with teachers, students, administrators, and parents.
• Experience in working with students of varying abilities
• Excellent communication, organization, and computer skills.
• Knowledge of IDEA, 504 and IEP's.
• Criminal background check and Tuberculin testing.

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing a safe and encouraging learning environment to meet the students' needs, interests, and abilities.
• Demonstrates professionalism, maintain confidentiality, accept constructive feedback and maintain an atmosphere that promotes student learning.
• Supports the classroom teacher in instruction by engaging in planning, following plans outlined by the teacher, and working with individual students/small groups.
• Supports the classroom teacher in assessment by monitoring independent work, collecting academic/behavioral data, and assisting in keeping accurate/current record of student progress.
• Supports the classroom teacher in organization by performing clerical duties, assisting in gathering/developing instructional materials, and maintaining an organized work environment.
• Demonstrates characteristics of an effective team member by engaging in problem solving, and exhibiting flexibility, and cooperation.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
• Works continuously toward self-improvement through the active pursuit of professional development activities.
• Implements School Board and school-based policies and procedures in order to uphold school regulations.
• Assumes other responsibilities and perform other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Director of Educational Resources/Executive Director of Teaching and Learning

Skills

Effective communication

Organization

Computer skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma

60 college credits

Delaware Paraeducator Permit

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Appoquinimink School District is seeking a Full-Time Paraprofessional for Specialized Programs (RISE) at Louis L. Redding Middle School. The role supports teachers, leads small-group instruction, and helps create a safe, engaging learning environment for diverse students.

Candidates should have a high school diploma (or 60 college credits), be able to work cooperatively with staff and families, and meet district credential requirements. Commitment to ongoing professional development is expected.