Paraeducator - Special Education

Reports to: Building Principal Qualifications/ Requirements Two years of college or high school graduate Para educator training preferred CPR/First Aid certification Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all constituents (administrators, colleagues, students, parents, and others). Current police, child abuse, FBI and Act 24 background checks General Duties and Responsibilities The Para educator supports a certified teacher with preparing instructional materials, implementing lesson plans, reinforcing instruction/tutoring, monitoring student behavior, and documenting student progress throughout the school day. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Actively assist in implementing lesson plans, reinforcing instruction/tutoring, and documenting student progress of assigned students throughout the school day. Observe, monitor, and redirect behavior of assigned students during regular classroom time, special class times, transition periods, and on field trips according to school and program procedures. Maintain accurate records on student progress and behavior for school programs and outside agencies as required. Assist the teacher with testing, recordkeeping, and progress monitoring for assigned students. Under the teacher's direction, communicate with parents and staff regarding student progress. Participate in interdisciplinary and inter-agency meetings as required. Provide a nurturing environment for all students. Enforce school policies and procedures in a fair and consistent manner to ensure the health and safety of all students. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment. Maintains a professional, confidential and ethical relationship with colleagues, students and parents at all times. Attends and actively participates in all faculty meetings, in-service meetings, and other meetings as required. Remains educationally informed in all related areas including PDE regulations and state/national standards through continued professional study and attending workshops and conferences. Performs related duties, special assignments and projects as assigned.