Paraprofessional - Winston County Schools (2 openings)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Paraprofessional (Special Education) supports certified teachers in meeting the instructional, educational, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students with disabilities in the classroom (in-person) and community. The incumbent will need to be familiar with individual education plans (IEP) and be able to follow them.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

Hold or be able to obtain at least one of the following:

• Obtained an Associate's Degree
• College Transcript with at least 48 semester hours completed
• Obtained Level 3 or higher on the following 3 WorkKeys Assessments:
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Workplace Documents
  • Business Writing

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Basic knowledge of childhood growth and development.
• Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when assisting student learning
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise children.
• General knowledge of academic subjects relevant to position assignment.
• Computer proficiency and ability to work effectively in an in-person learning environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with students, staff, and parents in a professional manner.
• Knowledge of school safety & security procedures.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Supports teachers in meeting the instructional, educational, behavioral, and social emotional needs of students with disabilities in the classroom
• Provides small group and/or individualized instruction to students with disabilities in accordance with the students' IEP and the supervising teacher's lesson plans.
• Collects instructional and behavioral data for all objectives being taught to each student.
• Implements Behavior Intervention Plans for students with disabilities.
• Communicate proactively with teachers to inform them of student issues and conversations with parents.
• Responds to emails and phone calls from school leaders and teachers in a timely manner.
• Assists with the distribution of food, supplies, materials, and equipment, including technology.
• When in a school-based learning environment, monitor students' movement throughout the building to other classrooms, learning areas, and cafeteria.
• Assists students with classroom and cafeteria clean up and wiping down surfaces to uphold sanitation standards as required for safe school environment.
• Assists administrators and other staff members in the orderly, expedient, and safe transition of students from one location to another.
• Assists students as necessary with physical needs including feeding, toileting, lifting, and mobility.
• Assists students with healthcare procedures including hygiene and medications as needed for daily care.
• Assists students with assistive technology devices, including communication devices, switches, and orthopedic devices needed for sitting, walking, or standing.
• Engages in professional learning opportunities in person.
• Assists with training volunteers in person.
• Required to have prompt, regular in-person attendance and be available to work on-site during regular business hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned by an appropriate administrator or their representative.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical abilities, working conditions, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, local, or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.

Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.

Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.

Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.

Upper Body Mobility: Upper Body Mobility is required to sufficiently assist students with disabilities with physical needs, healthcare procedures, and assistive technology devices.

Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis. Incumbents may be required to physically restrain parties involved in a conflict.

Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.

Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret, and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgment and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress.

Remote Work Requirements:

Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person and various classroom learning environments.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserve the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.