Special Education Paraprofessionals

SUMMARY: 

The Paraprofessional is employed to assist a special education teacher(s) in teacher supervised instructional and non-instructional tasks working with students in Learning Support, Life Skills and Multiple Disabilities classrooms. The person occupying the position reports directly to his/her assigned teacher. The is a non-tenured position and is subject to annual review. The Paraprofessional is responsible for the efficient performance of assigned activities, including those described below. 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 

Part-time 5 ½ hours per day, five days per week. Not to exceed 30 hours per week. Hourly position during the academic school year. Potential for some summer hours if desired and/or needed.? 

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Mostly indoors in a classroom setting. Occasionally work in an outdoor recess or gym class setting. Physical requirements include bending, stooping, the strength and ability to lift approximately fifty (50) pounds and to assist in lifting and positioning students. Certification in Safe Crisis Management (SCM) which is a district approved program to ensure the safety of all students. MASD will provide the SCM training to paraprofessionals annually. 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.? 

• Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative and creativity to solve problems, and make work-related decisions? 

• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data? 

• Reflects accuracy in attention to detail; promotes high aspirations and accountability? 

• Demonstrates a strong work ethic, focused on excellence & improvement? 

• Possesses strong organizational skills and dedication to seeing projects through completion in a timely manner? 

• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with district employees? 

• Pursues and shares professional learning experiences?when asked by Administration 

• Customer service skills offer professional delivery, interpersonal skills - can inspire others? 

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, for various purposes 

• Flexible in adapting to student needs and various teaching styles 

• Current Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances; as well as Mandated Reporter training requirements 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:? 

• High school diploma is a preferred requirement and/or GED Certificate 

• Good communication skills and be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff 

SPECIFIC POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:?In conducting this role, the essential duties of the Special Education Paraprofessional – Category 2 position shall include, but are not limited to the following:? 

1. Performs instructional and non-instructional activities as assigned and supervised by the teacher/supervisor 

1. Supervises pupils in the school and community as assigned 

1. Utilizes positive behavior support strategies to effectively manage student behavior 

1. Implements Safe Crisis Management procedures when required to ensure student safety 

1. Demonstrates the ability to work as part of a team 

1. Displays competence and good judgment in dealing with any physical and/or medical emergency which might arise 

1. Demonstrates ability to utilize technology 

1. Collaborates with the IEP team to assist in developing an educational program that will be directed toward the development of academic, communication, and social/emotional skills 

1. Adheres to Federal, State, IU, District, and other applicable procedures, policies, and regulations as well as 20 hours of paraprofessional trainings 

1. Must be willing to feed, toilet, and assist with the personal hygiene of students when necessary. 

1. Achieve annual full certification in Safe Crisis Management. 

1. CPR/First Aid Certification. 

1. Participation in District approved in-service trainings. 

1. Performs other duties as assigned. 

MIFFLINBURG AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT PROPERTY AND CONFIDENTIALITY REQUIREMENTS: 

1. All property, including intellectual property, materials, equipment, or actual products and services developed or accrued as part of the job duties and responsibilities listed above, is the property of the Mifflinburg Area School District. It may not be used for personal profit or gain and will be relinquished to the Mifflinburg Area School District upon termination of employment from the District. 

1. The person employed in this position shall maintain confidentiality with regard to the personal and private information about students, clients, coworkers, programs, services and any other proprietary information accrued as a result of your employment with the Mifflinburg Area School District or as required by state or federal laws and regulations. 

1. The person employed in this position must adhere to all requirements identified in the code of professionalism entitled “Ambassadors Are Professionals, Too.”