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Haysville Unified School District 261

Special Programs Paraprofessional - Campus High School (10003283)

JOB POSTING

Job Details

Title Special Programs Paraprofessional - Campus High School

Posting ID 10003283

Description

JOB TITLE: SPECIAL PROGRAMS

PARAPROFESSIONAL

SUPERVISOR: Building Principal and Special Education Administrator PAYMENT RATE:

According to Educational Support Staff Salary Schedule QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School diploma or equivalent.

2. One of the following endorsements:

1. Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 college

hours) or have a minimum of an associate degree.

2. Demonstrate knowledge through formal assessment, (e.g. ParaPro Assessment

(former assessment) or The Paraeducator Learning Network Assessment (current

assessment) within one year from date of hire.

3. Maintain current TB testing as required by Health Department regulations (after

employment offer is made).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Engages students in classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the

direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing learning

objectives.

2. Administers tests, homework, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers

in the classroom.

3. Assists students in both the special education classroom and in the general education

setting.

4. Assists the teacher with scoring tests, keeping records, and making reports as required

by the teacher.

5. Assists the teacher with the physical set up of the classroom.

6. Assists with the integration of technology into the classroom.

7. Assists students in using low vision equipment.

8. Assists students with adaptive magnifying equipment.

9. Frequently assists students with basic needs including but not limited to self-care,

hygiene, feeding (may include tube feeding), toileting, diapering, dressing, and physical

transfers.

10. Document and/or report any health concerns, whether ongoing (i.e. diabetes, seizures) or

emergent (i.e., lacerations, bruises).

11. Attends meetings and in-service presentations (e.g. first aid, CPR, emergency

procedures, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to

job functions.

12. Communicates with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, and

parents for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP

objectives.

13. Implements, under the supervision of the assigned teacher, behavioral plans designed by

the IEP team.

14. Understands and implements Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports

15. Assists in collecting data and maintaining records in regard to student performance.

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16. Assists in collecting data and maintaining records in accordance with Emergency Safety

Intervention requirements

17. Assists in managing classroom routines and procedures.

18. Assists in de-escalation of student behavior and teaching replacement behaviors.

19. Adheres to all procedures and techniques as outlined in the districts de-escalation

training and maintaining up to date certification.

20. Wears protective clothing and utilizes appropriate protective equipment as requested by

the supervising teacher and/or administrator.

21. Documents all instances of injury in accordance with the districts workman comp

procedures.

22. Engages students in communication systems as instructed by the students SLP and IEP.

23. Maintains instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files/records for the

purpose of facilitating instruction; recording student information; and/or meeting

mandated re quirements.

24. Supports students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g.

restrooms, specials, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots,

etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.

25. Provides, under the supervision of the assigned teacher, instruction to students in a

variety of individual and group activities (e.g. academic subjects, social skills, daily living

skills, etc.) for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives; implementing IEP plans;

and ensuring students succe