Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional Department: Special Education Licensure: State Paraprofessional approval (sixty (60) or more college hours or pass Paraprofessional Test).

Job Goal:

The paraprofessional's primary role is to assist in all aspects of the daily instructional program for special education students in kindergarten – grade 8 with mild to moderate disabilities. The paraprofessional will participate in activities necessary to maintain classroom integration and to support a child's IEP in all curricula activities within both the general and special education settings.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Assist the teacher in the preparation of materials
• With direct supervision of the teacher, guide individual and small group instruction
• Assist in behavior management under the direction of the teacher
• Participate in team planning meetings, staffing, parent conferences during regular work hours as requested by the teacher
• Participate in professional development as requested by administration
• Work collaboratively with teacher and support personnel to improve services for students
• Dress appropriately at all times consistent with the school, work site, and community standards
• Maintain classroom order, safety and materials
• Communicate student needs and performance including behavior concerns to appropriate staff
• Implement and support academic, behavioral and communication plans
• Maintain ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students
• Perform such other duties and services under the supervising and/or classroom teacher's direction
• Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips
• Other duties as assigned by your manager, or designee.

Big Hollow School District #38 offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Life insurance options
• Participation in the Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) or IMRF (depending on position)
• Paid sick and personal leave
• Other benefits as outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement