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Start Your Online Application Now<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.applitrack.com%2Fwaubun%2FOnlineApp%2FJobPostings%2FView.asp%3FAppliTrackJobId%3D1288&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C8f44338146d34c8b5e7c08dcec844e2f%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638645300195371522%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=J5tDtqxChiAGxamhKMji3orUnjFDmSH6ATt0Kycd3E8%3D&reserved=0> JOB SUMMARY: To work under the supervision of a professional service provider, assisting and supporting the provision of services to students with disabilities. The role and assignments of a paraprofessional are guided by the needs of the students as determined by their IEP, rather than being tied to a specific student, setting, or program. This position requires a strong dedication to youth and the community, with a firm belief in the potential for every student to succeed. ASSIGNMENT: Non-Certified MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY: The duties of a paraprofessional may vary based on specific assignments and can change at any time based on administrative or teacher reexamination of student or program needs. Below is a non-inclusive list of duties that all paraprofessionals must be able to perform: 1. Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff. 2. Monitor work, correct papers, and supervise curriculum-based testing and makeup work as assigned by certified staff. 3. Serve as the chief source of information and assistance to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of regular certified staff. 4. Alert staff to any problems or special information about an individual student. 5. Supervise students during lunch periods, play periods, and field trips as assigned. 6. Perform assigned non-instructional classroom duties, such as snack time, toileting, and clothing routines. 7. Demonstrate ethical behavior and maintain confidentiality of information about students within the school environment and community. 8. Motivate students to develop skills in assigned subject matters while supporting appropriate conduct, speech, and attire. 9. Participate in meetings, in-service training programs, and workshops as required. 10. Implement accommodations indicated by the IEP (e.g., reading tests aloud, taking notes, enlarging materials) as directed by the special education teacher. 11. Teach and model strategies to peers on how to interact with students with disabilities. 12. Assist in gathering and reporting data on student progress related to IEP goals and objectives. 13. Assist with the preparation of materials for instruction, including copying materials and constructing display/bulletin boards. 14. Provide special education teachers/staff with information about general education assignments, activities, and student participation and behavior. 15. Attend IEP meetings at the request of administrators, teachers, or parents. 16. Perform other duties as required by the school system, principal, or designee. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Skills required for this position include the ability to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions. Additional required abilities are: 1. Ability to work well with students, parents, staff, and the community. 2. Ability to be regularly, predictably, and reliably present at work. 3. Proficiency in oral and written communication. 4. Interpersonal skills that demonstrate tact, patience, and courtesy. 5. Knowledge of Google, Microsoft, and Skyward software is a plus. 6. Ability to be assertive in situations requiring behavioral improvement. 7. Ability to identify the emotional and social needs of students, in addition to their educational and academic needs. 8. Capacity to work with confidentiality and discretion. SUPERVISION OF OTHER EMPLOYEES: This position is not responsible for the supervision of other district employees. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity are required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: 1. High school diploma or equivalent required. 2. Ability to successfully pass the paraprofessional proficiency exam. EXPERIENCE: 1. Not required, but 1-2 years of experience working with diverse students in a curriculum support or tutoring capacity is preferred. This description outlines the general nature and work expected of an individual assigned to this position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. 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