Special Education Paraprofessional

Position:

EBD Paraprofessional Reports to:

Building Principal Position Description:

The Paraprofessional must have a High School Diploma or equivalent. The Paraprofessional will assist certified staff with students in educational environments to meet instructional goals and objectives.

Hours/Benefits:

This is a 9-month position, 7.5 hours per day with a 30 minute break for lunch. Health, dental and life insurance and the Wisconsin Retirement System is based on the amount of hours worked per week.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Assist certified teaching staff with implementing classroom lessons, behavioral intervention plans, preparing teaching materials and other classroom instructions to maximize learning achievement.
• Work with students individually, in small groups, or whole groups to reinforce and re-teach learning and implement assigned behavioral programming.
• Assist students in non-instructional areas, such as the lunchroom, playground, bus duty, study hall, field trips and other related non-instructional areas.
• Maintain a productive learning environment by minimizing distractions and disruptions in the classroom.
• Assist students with activities of daily living such as toileting, feeding, maneuvering, hygiene, etc.
• Follow documentation protocol for student process, behaviors, and all other documentation required by certified teaching staff.
• Maintain communication and collaboration with certified teaching staff regarding schedules, student process and other necessary information.
• Participate in training and professional development to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Implement individualized plans, including medication, IEPs, and other support as required.
• Maintain confidentiality with student records and follow all safety procedures.
• Support the needs of special education students and other special education staff.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Building Principal or the Director of Pupil Services.

Benefits:

403(b) AD&D insurance Bereavement leave Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person