JOB DESCRIPTION:  SPED Paraprofessional

CONTRACT TERMS:  190-Day Calendar

REPORTS TO:  Building Principal & Special Education Director

SALARY SCHEDULE:  SCCS Classified Salary Schedule  

• Rank I -  Grade 2: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Rank II - Grade 4: 60+ Hrs college credits

Fair Labor Standards Act:  Non-exempt

OVERALL PURPOSE:

The job of the Special Education Paraprofessional is to assist teachers and support staff in providing instructional and behavioral support to students with disabilities; support the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); and assist in maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:
  • Education level must be in accordance with federal, state, and local guidelines
• Certification:
  • Certification as mandated by the Professional Standards Commission
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be appropriate and acceptable

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Ability to support instructional strategies and classroom learning activities.
• Ability to work effectively with students with diverse learning needs.
• Ability to follow teacher direction and implement instructional and behavioral strategies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with teachers, staff, and students.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills.

ESSENTiAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES:

• Supports the classroom teacher in providing instructional opportunities for students.
• Uses instructional strategies and techniques as directed by the teacher or appropriate personnel.
• Provides support to selected students in resource and/or general education classroom settings.
• Assists in implementing accommodations and supports outlined in student plans (IEPs, behavior plans, healthcare plans, etc.).
• Assists students and teachers with hardware, software, and assistive technology.
• Provides feedback to teachers regarding student performance and behaviors that may impact learning.
• Conducts small-group or individual learning activities based on lesson plans developed by the teacher.
• Assists with student assessments, grading assignments, and collecting data on student progress.
• Assists with routine recordkeeping as directed by appropriate personnel.
• Prepares instructional materials, including copying materials and preparing displays, learning centers, and manipulatives.
• Locates, operates, and returns classroom equipment as needed.
• Assists with maintaining classroom organization and housekeeping.
• Assists with ordering and inventorying classroom materials and equipment.
• Supervises students during classroom and school-wide activities as assigned.
• Maintains required licenses, certificates, and credentials for the position.
• Follows work scheduling and attendance requirements in accordance with district guidelines.
• Participates in professional learning and training opportunities to improve skills and effectiveness.
• Reviews current developments, literature, and resources related to job responsibilities.
• Ensures adherence to appropriate safety procedures.
• Follows federal and state laws, as well as Board policies and district procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting (50 pounds), carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 30% sitting, 40% walking, and 30% standing.  

EVALUATION: 

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluations of classified staff.

CLEARANCES: 

Criminal Justice Fingerprint 

Background Clearance

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE

The Social Circle City School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, or sex in its employment practices.  It is the policy of the Board of Education to comply fully with the requirements of Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and all accompanying regulations.