Paraprofessional - Special Education

TITLE OF POSITION:     Educational Paraprofessional (Aide)

DESCRIPTION:     Full-time and part-time positions available for the 2023-2024 school year.

A paraprofessional is an educational worker who may or may not have a teacher's license who assists teachers with classroom management and organization. Also known as a teacher's aide, the paraprofessional provides a positive and nurturing guide for students and attends to their physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma, additional education preferred

• Strong communication skills

• Flexibility

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Ability to assist in classroom instruction and learning

• Great attention to detail

• Ability to work closely with children

• Excellent teamwork skills

• Ability to remain calm and patient at all times

• Knowledge of classroom subjects

DUTIES: (some duties but are not limited to)

• Providing staff support in an educational or childcare environment

• Work with children individually or in small groups by providing basic instruction on reading, writing, math, and other education related activities as assigned by teachers' directions

• Work with students with a variety of abilities, including students with special needs

• Provide support to teachers

• Provide behavioral support

• First aid as needed

• Collaborate with teacher and staff on student needs

• Prepare education materials for daily programs

• Work with students to help them understand their classroom lessons

• Work with students who need extra supports

• Serve as a guide in instructing students on proper classroom behavior

• Help teachers keep records for grading and attendance

• Get materials and equipment ready to help teachers prepare for class

• Reinforce lessons by reviewing material one-on-one and in small groups with students

• Supervise students during lunch or recess, as well as in between classes or on field trips

• Assist students who need additional help learning a specific concept