Classroom Paraprofessional [1 On 1 Aide For Medical Needs Student]

Position Type:

Support Staff/Special Education Teacher Assistant

Date Posted:

6/2/2024

Location:

Athens Jr/Sr High School

District:

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Position: Paraprofessional (1 on 1 Medical)

Location: Athens High School

Reports To: Building Principal

Salary: Per Athens Education Association Master Agreement

Effective Date: August 2024

Deadline: Until Filled

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have passed the ETS Parapro Assessment or hold the equivalent of an Associate's Degree from an accredited university.

• Previous experience in a similar role preferred.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Background knowledge of working with young children.

• Assist the classroom teacher with implementation of classroom activities and lesson plans including the implementation of behavioral intervention plans.

• Attend weekly staff and team meetings and other meetings as appropriate and requested.

• Assist in planning and implementation of educational activities.

• Maintain student behavior through appropriate and approved interventions and approved techniques.

• Assist students in meeting educational goals while providing appropriate academic interventions as directed by classroom teacher.

• Assist in the preparation of instructional materials for teaching and for display in the classroom.

• Independently lead small group activities.

• Assist instructional staff in the supervision of students during lunch and recess times.

• May be asked to regularly lift 50 lb. individually and or push over 100 lb.

• Understand and be aware of medical needs of students; following medical protocol under the supervision of a nurse as appropriate.

• Maintain documentation of student progress relative to student academic and nonacademic goals and objectives

• Maintain confidentiality including not interfering with teacher-parent communication.

• Adhere to all board policies.

• Supervise students when the teacher is not present.

Attachment(s):

• Paraprofessional (1 on 1 Medical)