WHS UNIFIED Paraprofessional

Westbrook; Westbrook, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Westbrook Public School is seeking a Paraprofessional for Unified Sports to provide instructional support under direct supervision of certified staff. The role supports students with special education needs in a classroom setting and transportation-related tasks as required.

Ideal candidates hold an Associates degree or ParaPro test score and have experience working with students. Position is hourly and focused on the Unified Sports program, with strong behavior management and clear

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or a passing score on the ParaPro test is required.
• Preferred experience working with students.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to students under supervision of a special education teacher/case manager.
• Follow teachers' and staff instructions regarding work modifications and behavior plans.
• Maintain confidentiality of information about students and staff.
• Communicate clearly in oral and written form.
• Assist with loading/unloading of students onto transportation when needed.
• Assist with toileting, feeding or other health-related tasks as appropriate.
• Create instructional materials as directed by certified staff.

Skills

Experience with students

Education

Associates Degree or ParaPro score

Job description

Westbrook Public School

Westbrook High School Paraprofessional for UNIFIED SPORTS (1 Position)

Hourly Rate: $20.12

GENERAL STATEMENT OF POSITION:

The purpose of a paraeducator is to provide instructional support under the direct supervision of certified staff. Paraeducators work within the guidelines of the district, state, and federal statutes and regulations. Assignments are designated by the building principal. These assignments may vary to match the needs of the students and the school system.

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or passing score on ParaPro test
• Preferred experience working with students

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance to students under the supervision of a special education teacher/case manager.
• Ability to work with special education students in a classroom setting and ability to follow teachers and related staff instructions regarding work modifications and behavior plans.
• Strong behavior management skills.
• Ability to present material in a clear and effective manner.
• Ability to help organize content area information.
• Ability to consistently implement instructional and behavioral programs.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students/staff.
• Works effectively independently or with an instructional team to implement programs designed to promote student growth and development.
• Ability to communicate clearly in oral and written form.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
• Ability to follow directions and apply common sense during all aspects of the day
• Attends work on a consistent basis.
• Attends scheduled professional development as required.
• Remains student focused, maintaining a caring, safe developmentally appropriate environment.
• Works with students independently or in small groups to reinforce material taught by the teacher and foster skills while encouraging independence.
• Creates instructional materials as directed by certified staff.
• Establishes a supportive professional relationship with the student(s).
• Assists with toileting, feeding or other health responsibilities when appropriate to assignment.
• Assists with loading or unloading of students onto vans, buses, taxis, etc.
• Preforms lifts/restraints/seclusions on students when necessary with the Safety Cares Techniques.
• Supervises students in classrooms, hallways, school grounds, cafeteria, and rest rooms.
• Supervises students on-site at vocational programs or other off-campus programs as required.
• Operates a variety of office equipment to prepare or duplicate materials.
• Assists in implementing individualized, instructional, and/or behavioral programs as outlined in a student’s IEP and under the supervision of certified teacher(s).
• Performs other delegated responsibilities as assigned by the teacher or administrator.

DISCLAIMER: This is a general job description. Specific duties and responsibilities vary depending upon the assigned department or school. Employees should be aware of a range of functions within the position.

The Westbrook Board of Education does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability) genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal non discrimination laws. The Connecticut State Department of Education does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction.

Application deadline: Until filled