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Paraeducator & Food Service Aide
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Mecosta-Osceola ISD
Big Rapids, MI (In Person)
$37,856 Salary, Full-Time
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The Food Service Provider facilitates and manages the successful operation of the MOISD breakfast and lunch program. The Classroom Paraeducator works under the direction of the classroom teacher to support and implement an appropriate instructional program to meet the individual needs of students with disabilities as identified through the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process.QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of a high school diploma.
- ServSafe certified, or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.
- Preference is given to a candidate who has experience and or training with special needs children.
- ASD experience preferred.
- Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed, such as, but not limited to: positive work ethic, well organized, strong communication skills, basic technology skills, and flexibility to work effectively with diverse students and staff.
- Ability to provide positive behavioral support to students in a group and in an individual setting.
- Knowledge of management techniques and instructional use of computers will enhance the candidate's ability to perform job duties.
- Must pass a criminal history background investigation conducted by the Michigan State Police (MSP) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Complete required logging and paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
- Ensure proper procedures are in place to facilitate a safe and healthy environment for all students.
- Follow and administer ServSafe guidelines effectively.
- Encourage and assist staff and students with food service and other related activities.
- Be a good speech model and demonstrate correct grammar - both written and spoken.
- Work effectively with students in developmental, cognitive, social/emotional, and physical motor activities.
- Follow instructions relative to individual behavior plans. Abide by all district policies and procedures and demonstrate competencies specified in the Michigan Special Education Rules and Regulations.
- Display patience when engaging with students whose behavior and skills are delayed.
- Have the physical strength and health to perform required lifting and positioning of students (up to 60 lbs.) during classroom activities and student hygiene activities.
- Assist with planning, development, and implementation of instructional, behavioral, and therapeutic activities.
- Accurately distribute student medication and perform critical care skills (e.g., tube feeding, suctioning, blood sugar testing, insulin shots, etc.)
- Make effective use of instruction materials and demonstrate effective methods of instruction to ensure that the individual student performance levels, needs, and abilities are addressed.
- Assist staff with the loading and unloading of students from school buses and vehicles; lifting and movement of students; lunch activities; play and gym supervision, and with other related instructional activities for students in the assigned area.
- Maintain a professional relationship with all school personnel who are involved in the educational process of students with disabilities.
- Exercise behavior management and maintain control of students assigned to his/her care.
- Participate as a member of staff teams addressing the education process of students with disabilities.
- Conduct oneself in a professional manner and maintain a positive image during the workday and at all work-related activities.
- Assume responsibility to transport self to assigned worksite(s), and maintain regular, reliable, and prompt attendance.
- Contribute positively to the overall quality and operation of the building.
- Additional duties as assigned by Assistant Superintendent of Special Education Services or designee.