POSITION TITLE:         Paraprofessional 

FLSA:                             Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:        Must hold proper paraprofessional certification 

REPORTS TO:              Principal and/or other Supervisor

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• This job description describes in general terms the normal duties that the
  assistant will be expected to undertake. However, the job or duties described
  may vary or be amended from time to time without changing the level of
  the responsibility associated with the job.
• Special education paraprofessionals work under the overall supervision of their building principal with direct supervision provided by special education teachers. They
• are employed when required to implement special education or related services
  for a class and/or to provide direct assistance to students. Their duties will vary
  depending upon the age of students served as well as the nature and severity of
  the student’s disabilities.
  • Assist in the educational and social development of students under the
  direction and guidance of the facilitator and classroom teachers.
  • Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and
  monitor their progress.
  • Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to
  enable them to fully participate in activities.
  • Work with other professionals, such as speech therapist, social worker,
  occupational and physical therapists.
  • Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records.
  • Support students with emotional or behavioral concerns and assist them in
  developing appropriate social skills.
  Administrative Duties
  • Assist in the preparation and display of student work.
  • Assist classroom teachers with copying items to support teaching.
  Standards and Quality Assurance
  • Be capable of physically assisting students with specials needs as required
  (positioning, lifting, transferring, restraining, etc.)
  • Have demonstrated ability to work effectively under the direction of others
  • Have demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others
  • Have the willingness to assume any responsibilities appropriate for the position
  • Support the Mission Statement of the district.
  • Behave and speak in a professional manner at all times.
  • Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality, and attendance.
  • Attend staff and team meetings.
  • Be proactive in matters relating to health and safety.
  • All other duties as assigned.