Connecticut Reap Higganum , CT 06441
Posted 2 months ago
Job Description:
Regional School District 17 has a vacancy for your consideration. Please find the details below.
Special Education Paraprofessional Position - Burr Elementary SchoolApply Online
Category: Pupil Services/Paraprofessional
Date Posted: 8/7/2024
Location: Burr Elementary School
Date of Availability: 08/27/2024
Date Closing: until filled
We invite you to apply! Burr Elementary School is seeking a full-time paraprofessional.
Contract
Position Summary
Assist general education teachers, special education teachers, and related service staff providers with maintaining effective instructional programs for students. Implements routines and supports under the direction of certified staff to assist with academic, physical, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
Essential Functions
The job description is illustrative and not a complete itemization of all duties and responsibilities.
Ensure the safety of students
Maintain the strictest confidence concerning personnel, students and operational concerns of the district
Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation
Report all cases of suspected child abuse to appropriate school personnel and proper government authority
Assist students with physical and/or educational needs both individually and in small groups
Collaborate with classroom teacher about students' needs and requirements including IEP or 504 goals and accommodations
Assist students with classwork
Assist with recess, supervision, restroom breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, field trips, etc.
Provide assistance to classroom teacher, special education teacher, or related services
Provide escort and mobility assistance to student(s) when necessary
Provide self-care, toileting and feeding assistance to students as necessary
Collect academic and behavioral data
Education & Experience
High school diploma
Associates or Bachelors degree preferred
Experience working with children or in a school setting
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Ability to follow student plans and directives from certified staff
Effective, active listening skills
Ability to work effectively with others
Organizational and problem-solving skills
Adaptable as assignment may change due to students moving in/out of the district or changing student support needs
Ability to learn and utilize technology such as the Google Suite, Chrome Books, or other assistive supports
Background Check
The paraprofessional must submit to a satisfactory
CT Department of Children and Families background check.
State and national criminal history record check. Documents must be submitted within 10 days of hire.
Work Year
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Connecticut law, it is the policy of the Regional School District 17 to provide a reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.
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