Paraprofessional 3, Speech/Language (254401199) Position Available In Volusia, Florida

Salary Not Available Paraprofessional 3, Speech/Language (254401199)
Volusia County Schools

Occupation:

Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education

Location:

Deland, FL

• 32720
  Positions available: 1
  Job #: 3700260007

Source:

Volusia County Schools

Posted:

6/3/2025

Web Site:

www.vcsedu.org

Job Type:

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• 41311 Paraprofessional

III, ESE

Speech

VO L U S I A C O U N T Y S C H O O L S

Posit ion Descript ion

PARAPROFESSIONAL III, EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION

(VOLUSIA

COUNTY SCHOOLS

)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

? For Alpha/Drop-Out [41301] or Speech [41311],

Paraprofessionals:

? Meet the Highly Qualified Personnel Standards/ Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 hours); or Obtained an Associates (or higher) degree; or received a passing grade on the Para Pro
Assessment and hold a High School Diploma or G.E.D. and ? Completion of the Volusia County Schools’ (VCS) substitute teacher training course (STAR) within one (1) year of
date of hire ? Academic skills to assist with classroom instruction preferred (Grade Level K-5 Math, Language Arts, and Reading) ? For ESE

• VE Mild [41315] additional requirements for higher pay eligibility: ?

Holding a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or an amount of training determined by the commissioner to
be equivalent to or exceed the CDA, or successfully complete the requirements for the CDA within one year of date of
hire and ? Certification by the Florida Department of Children and Families of successful completion of the 40 hour Introductory
Child Care training comprised of Part I and Part II courses as prescribed by the program requirements and ? (Five) 5-clock-hours of Early Literacy and Language Development, within one year of date of hire and ? (Ten) 10-clock-hours of Annual In-service training completed between July 1 and June 30 each year ?

For All ESE Paraprofessionals:

? Must maintain certification requirements throughout employment ? Possess a valid Florida Driver License; if a holder of any other valid US state-issued Driver’s License, agree to
acquire a Florida Driver’s License within thirty (30) days of employment, except in a case where accommodation is
required

REQUIRED SKILLS

? Ability to understand child development concepts ? Ability to treat students and parents / families with respect ? Demonstrates ability to understand the unique challenges of children and families in need ? Strong technical/computer and/or typing skills ? Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentations and publications as assigned ? Strong planning and organizational skills ? Technical skills to assist in classroom instruction and program documentation under teacher supervision is preferred ? Demonstrates ability to maintain confidentiality regarding students and student records as stated in the Family Right to Privacy Act (FRPA) ? Demonstrates ability to project a positive image regarding the program, the students enrolled in the program, and the
school ? Demonstrates ability to follow directions and assist in meeting the needs of the Individual Educational Plan (IEP) for each
student ? Demonstrates ability to assist with instructional tasks and activities that are developed by the teacher ? Ability to accurately assess objective evaluations for teacher review and recording ? Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively with school staff, professional staff, school community, outside
agencies and families ? Effective customer relations skills ? Ability to accomplish tasks with a minimum of supervision ? Ability to supervise students when accompanying them to various assigned areas (only with proof of required training)

REPORTS TO

School Principal/Administrator

SUPERVISES

Not Applicable

POSITION GOAL

To assist the professional instructional staff in providing supervision and educational support services that are an integral part of teaching

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

• Work with students in small group settings relative to classroom assignments or activities in a professional manner as
  directed by the teacher. 2.
• Only after successful completion of the substitute teacher training course (STAR) and under the direction and planning of the
  teacher, provide supervision of students in various settings to include community-based instruction, THIS

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O L U S I A C O U N T Y S C H O O L S

Posit ion Descript ion

PAGE TWO, PARAPROFESSIONAL III, EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION

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3.

• Assist the teacher in the delivery of instructions as requested. 4.
• Effectively utilize computer software (i.e. e-mail and word processing) and educational programs as required to document and report on the program. 5.
• Accurately assess student performance requiring objective evaluation as assigned. 6.
• Keep in confidence personally identifiable information obtained in the course of professional service, unless disclosure serves
  professional purposes or is required by law. 7.
• Assist in demonstrating required math, grammar, and reading skills to help students. 8.
• Assist in the management of appropriate student behavior to maintain an environment conducive to learning, including crisis
  intervention as needed. 9.
• Assist in the physical management and positioning of students, as directed by the teacher or other related professional(s). 10.
• Abide by all procedures and policies of the school board, state rules and laws, and other governing laws and rules. 11.
• When position category requires: a)
• Perform preventive case management as necessary,
  b)
• Assist with monitoring routines regarding attendance and/or all required documentation.
  c)
• Provide general medication administration only after attending the required generalized training as assigned.
  d)
• Provide assistance to students in activities of daily living, self-care, self-management, and ensure physical safety during regular intervals as directed by the teacher,
  e) Conduct parental involvement activities as assigned,
  f) Assist in the provision of grooming, toileting, and hygiene activities and/or instructions to students as assigned,
  g) Assist in eating and feeding activities as assigned,
  h) •Provide one-on-one tutoring for eligible students.

12.

• Provide outstanding customer service by:
  a) Accompany students to and from campus areas outside the classroom as required, such as i.

the area where medical needs are performed and when assigned,
ii. with the teacher and students on approved field trips,
iii. with students to courses in other locations on campus as required,
iv. with students to the cafeteria for breakfast and/ or lunch participation,
v. And escort transported students to and from the classroom upon arrival and dismissal

• when employee’s scheduled work hours allow.
  b) Assisting in the monitoring of students during recesses or special activities,
  c) Use positive interpersonal communication skills and nurturing encouragement to students,
  d)
• Assist in the displaying of students’ work or accomplishments,
  e)
• Assist in the organization, distribution, reproduction, and management of instructional and/or assessment materials,
  f)
• Assist in distributing to and collecting information from parents about the school, as directed,
  g)
• Update charts associated with the classroom operation, as assigned. 13. Perform other related duties as assigned by the School Principal.
• Denotes essential job function/ADA
  ADA CODES Physical Requirements (physical conditions of a position) A. Medium Work
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10
  pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Activity (physical activities of a position) A. Sitting
• Resting with the body supported by the buttocks or thighs.
  B. Standing
• Assuming an upright position on the feet particularly for sustained perio.

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