Assists teachers and staff in providing cognitive instructional, therapeutic, and/or medical support to students with severe and physical disabilities including students with multiple handicaps, emotional disturbance, and severe orthopedic, visual, or hearing impairments.
Distinguishing Career Features:
The Paraprofessional is the third level in a career path for instructional support to teachers, specialists, and therapists. Paraprofessionals are typically assigned to areas such as, but not limited to, special day class where students are severely handicapped and where therapeutic, and/or medical assistance training is required. Advancement potential exists from this position to specialized positions requiring additional training or assignment to specific environments such as those for incarcerated or probationary youth.
Education and Experience:
The position requires a high school diploma and the ability to pass a rigorous assessment examination demonstrating knowledge and ability to assist with instructing children/students in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Must be okay with toileting!