SUBSTITUTE PARAPROFESSIONAL

Akron Public Schools; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 20,760; Part time

Job summary

A public school district in Ohio is seeking a Substitute Paraprofessional to support students with special needs. The role involves maintaining schedules, assisting with therapy, and ensuring a safe environment. Candidates must have a high school diploma and pass background checks. This position is flexible and as needed, offering a salary of $15.07 per hour. Ideal for someone with physical stamina and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Satisfactory BCII and FBI background checks.
• Must have two professional references.
• Must comply with state and federal guidelines for instructional assistants.

Responsibilities

• Assists in implementing all therapy plans.
• Supervises students in the lunchroom and at recess.
• Assists the special education student(s) in regular education classes.
• Maintains a schedule determined by the Principal.

Skills

High degree of physical stamina

Ability to restrain students

Good interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Computer and peripherals

Orthopedic equipment

Job description

Substitute Paraprofessional

Location: Akron Public Schools
Position Type: PARAPROFESSIONAL
Date Posted: 1/3/2024
Date Available: TBD
Closing Date: 12/27/2024

Salary Range: $15.07 per hour. Time Schedule: As and When Needed. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt. Supervisor: Building Principal. Job Code: 407. The Superintendent reserves the right to keep the position open until suitable applicants are found or to cancel and repost the position.

Application must be made electronically through https://www.applitrack.com/akron/onlineapp/. For further information, please contact Misty Wheeler, Human Resource Specialist, 330-761-2916.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a schedule determined by the Principal
• Is responsible to the principal, coordinator of support staff, and the director of special education
• Takes direction from the principal and classroom teacher
• Escorts children in and out of the building in the morning, afternoon, and at recess
• Escorts children to and from modes of transportation and waits for their arrival and departure
• Assists in toileting, diapering, changing clothing, changing pull‑ups and student personal hygiene as needed
• Ensures that equipment and supplies used by the student are clean and in place for proper use
• Transfers and positions pupils in different seating/standing equipment
• Assists in implementing all therapy plans (PT, OT, SLH)
• Assists in the lunchroom with feeding and supervision of pupils
• Assists students traveling throughout the building and in/out of the building
• Assists students with elevator, lifts, and other equipment as necessary to fulfill Individualized Education Plan
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date inventory of materials and equipment
• Assists in supervising students in the lunchroom and at recess
• Assists with the distribution of materials
• Assists in keeping bulletin boards neat and attractive
• Assists in emergency situations
• Assists in restraining students using proper Crisis Prevention Intervention techniques
• Monitors students in time out
• Assists students during disaster drills and field trips
• Assists with arranging work centers as needed
• Assists the special education student(s) in art, gym, music, and regular education classes
• Assists in collecting and maintaining data, including but not limited to behavioral, academic, and self‑care
• Prepares and/or duplicates materials
• Prepares work sheets and other educational material for student use
• Assists with the class in the teacher's absence for short periods of time
• Collects attendance, breakfast and lunch information
• Assists students in operation of classroom computers and other media equipment
• Assists students in completing assigned work
• Assists teacher in making school related telephone calls when instructed by teacher
• Assists with handling other pertinent activities as directed by the teacher or principal
• Exercises a high level of tact and diplomacy in dealing with staff members and public
• Maintains respect at all times for confidential information, including but not limited to, student records, free/reduced lunch forms, test scores, etc.
• Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students and parents
• Promotes good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation
• Promotes good safety practices and procedures
• Attends meetings and in‑services as required
• Serves as a role‑model for students
• Performs related work as required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must have two professional references.
• Must comply with state and federal guidelines for instructional assistants.
• Must have a high degree of physical stamina to be capable of restraining students and lifting.
• Satisfactory BCII and FBI background checks.

Highly Qualified Criteria

1. Complete at least two years of study at an Institute of Higher Education (48 Semester or 72 Quarter Hours)
2. Associate (or higher) Degree from an Accredited Institution of Higher Education
3. Pass the Test for Paraprofessionals

Conditions

• Copy machine
• Orthopedic equipment such as wheelchairs, stationary chairs, braces, lifts, etc.
• Laminator
• Ellison machine
• Computer and peripherals
• VCR/TV/DVD
• Equipment used to meet medical needs of student such as Brailler, Assistive Listening Devices, Augmentive Communication Devices, PT/OT equipment
• Other equipment used in classroom instruction and in conjunction with handicaps of students
• Frequently required to lift students in and out of equipment, carry, push, and pull students in orthopedic equipment
• Frequent exposure to body fluids, blood, and tissue
• Frequent and regular requirement to lift, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, climb, kneel, and stoop
• Frequently required to restrain unruly children

Application Information

If you require any special services (such as interpreter, braille or large print, or wheelchair-accessible accommodations) covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, please call the Department of Human Resources at 330-761-2949. If you are using a TTY/TTD, please call the Ohio Relay Service, 1-800-750-0750.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Akron Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry or genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes").