Paraprofessional (PRMS)

JOB TITLE: PARAPROFESSIONAL

DEPARTMENT: Special Services

REPORTS TO: Classroom Teacher / Principal

FLSA STATUS/CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt; Level 3

SUPERVISORY DUTIES: None

APPROVED ON: 02 /14/2023

SUMMARY : Assists classroom teachers with students having moderate, severe or profound needs in providing a classroom environment that helps to ensure a positive learning environment that enables these students to benefit from the instructional program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists teachers in providing an effective learning environment

Assists in carrying out IEP goals for specific students as instructed by the teacher and/or therapists

Assists students getting on and off the bus and to/from class

Assists special needs students with daily bodily functions as necessary to maintain a healthy child, for example, tube feeding, diapering, etc.

Maintains vigilance to signs of child abuse or neglect

Assists students with eating

Assists students with various learning activities as directed by the teacher

Assist students in mainstreamed classes

Calms and/or otherwise provides support for students who are having physical outbursts, who are acting out, and/or are emotionally distressed

If given proper certified restraint training, may be required to restrain students

Directs and re-directs students and student behavior during different activities

Supervises students on school campus where requested

Assists the teacher with the preparation and evaluation of learning materials

Completes all applicable Medicaid Direct Service reimbursement claims paperwork and submits on a monthly basis

May assist teacher in preparation of other related instructional materials

Provides positive reinforcement to all students

Assists in special class presentations, field trips and activities, as requested

Handles routine clerical work, as assigned

Assists the teacher with instruction and evaluation of student work

Maintains confidentiality in accordance with FERPA

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Ability to operate standard classroom related learning tools and equipment.

Knowledge of data usage, including research, collection, analysis, synthesis, interpretation, and reporting.

Demonstrate an understanding with students with special needs.

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Ability to do basic mathematical computations

Produce accurate work and complete assignments with supervision

Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations

Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members.

Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies

Ability to handle confrontation and conflict in a professional manner

Must be able to move quickly to preserve student safety

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS :

Education & Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified restraint training desired

CPR/First Aid Certification preferred

Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that meets minimum requirements

Criminal justice/Fingerprint clearance

Computer Proficiency : The ability to read and respond to district emails.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stand and walk. The employee may be required to move ten pounds and could occasionally lift or move up to twenty-five pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Indoor office environment.This position regularly works indoors. The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet to moderate and may become excessively noisy at times. Will have contact with employees, external agencies and the public.

Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities identified in this position description are illustrative only and are in no way intended to be a complete list of activities that may be required of an incumbent. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.