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DaVinci Academy of Arts and Science will cultivate a passion for learning through an enriched and individualized approach to education. The DaVinci community will work together to ensure positive character development and build a strong foundation for continuous learning.
POSITION TITLE: Special Education Paraprofessional
REPORTS TO: Special Education Paraprofessional Coordinator
POSITION OBJECTIVE: The primary objective of the special education paraprofessional is to directly or indirectly assist and support in the provision of services to students with disabilities to help them access the general education curriculum in as independent manner as possible as it aligns with the mission, vision, pillars of DaVinci Academy. The role and assignments of a paraprofessional are not defined by a particular student, setting or program but rather by students’ needs as determined by the Individual Education Plan (IEP) team and dictated in the IEP.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The responsibilities of the paraprofessional may vary based upon specific assignment. Duties may also change at any time based upon administration or teacher examination or reexamination of student or program needs. The following is a non-inclusive list of responsibilities which may be part of a paraprofessional’s assignment.
* Assist individual students or groups of students in performing activities initiated by the teacher
* Carry out the instructional programs and lessons as developed by the supervising teacher in al learning environments
* Individually or in small groups, reinforce concepts and skills introduced by the teacher in all learning environments
* Help students stay on task
* Implement assistive technology and/or communication devices
* Implement accommodations indicated by the IEP and as directed by the special education Case Manager/teacher
* Redirect behavior and implement behavior plans
* Facilitate interaction between students with disabilities and classmates o Teach and model strategies to peers about how to interact with the student with a disability
* Support the development of communication skills.
* Assist the student with daily living skills and needs, such as eating, toileting, grooming, dressing, etc.
* Assist in transferring, positioning and mobility needs as directed
* Provide the special education staff with information about general education assignments, activities, and student participation and behavior
* Inform general education staff about student programs and adaptations
* Observe, record and collect data as directed
* As directed, share information with other paraprofessionals and /or family
* At the request of the Case Manager, attend IEP meetings.
* Provide supervision and assistance on playgrounds, in the lunchroom, at assemblies, on field trips, etc.
* Demonstrate knowledge of the curriculum content for classes in which s/he assists
* Participate in skill and competency trainings and in-services
* Be discreet and respectful of confidential information
* Possess physical and emotional health necessary for effective job performance
* Work cooperatively with all school personnel
* Demonstrate a warm and receptive attitude toward all students
* Complies with school district employment policies
* Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
* Must have a minimum of a two-year degree or passing score on the ParaPro Exam
* Effectively communicate with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community
* Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
* Experience with different learning styles
* Curriculum planning/alignment and instructional experience
* Experience with differentiation
* Willingness to identify, interpret and follow school policies and procedures
* Show initiative and function as a self-starter
* Experience as a paraprofessional is preferred
* able to stand for long periods of time, frequent bending, and ability to lift up to 50#
Position Information:
* Hourly Rate Range: The 2025-2026 hourly rate range for this position is $17-$21 per hour. Hourly rate offers will consider the candidate's experience, education, skills, and DaVinci Academy’s budget. Experienced candidates should expect a per hour rate offer around the midpoint of the hourly rate range.
* In exceptional cases, hourly rates exceeding the midpoint may be offered to attract candidates for hard-to-fill positions or those with specialized skills. Such decisions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
* Duty Days: Modified year round, 178 duty days per year
* Time Off: 4 paid holidays, 3 days of PTO, and 10 days sick time to accrue
* Benefits eligible
* Start Date: August 11th, 2025
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08/11/2025DaVinci Academy of Arts and Science will cultivate a passion for learning through an enriched and individualized approach to education. The DaVinci community will work together to ensure positive character development and build a strong foundation for continuous learning.
POSITION TITLE: Special Education Paraprofessional
REPORTS TO: Special Education Paraprofessional Coordinator
POSITION OBJECTIVE: The primary objective of the special education paraprofessional is to directly or indirectly assist and support in the provision of services to students with disabilities to help them access the general education curriculum in as independent manner as possible as it aligns with the mission, vision, pillars of DaVinci Academy. The role and assignments of a paraprofessional are not defined by a particular student, setting or program but rather by students’ needs as determined by the Individual Education Plan (IEP) team and dictated in the IEP.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The responsibilities of the paraprofessional may vary based upon specific assignment. Duties may also change at any time based upon administration or teacher examination or reexamination of student or program needs. The following is a non-inclusive list of responsibilities which may be part of a paraprofessional’s assignment.
- Assist individual students or groups of students in performing activities initiated by the teacher
Carry out the instructional programs and lessons as developed by the supervising teacher in al learning environments
Individually or in small groups, reinforce concepts and skills introduced by the teacher in all learning environments
Help students stay on task
Implement assistive technology and/or communication devices
Implement accommodations indicated by the IEP and as directed by the special education Case Manager/teacher
Redirect behavior and implement behavior plans
Facilitate interaction between students with disabilities and classmates o Teach and model strategies to peers about how to interact with the student with a disability
Support the development of communication skills.
Assist the student with daily living skills and needs, such as eating, toileting, grooming, dressing, etc.
Assist in transferring, positioning and mobility needs as directed
Provide the special education staff with information about general education assignments, activities, and student participation and behavior
Inform general education staff about student programs and adaptations
Observe, record and collect data as directed
As directed, share information with other paraprofessionals and /or family
At the request of the Case Manager, attend IEP meetings.
Provide supervision and assistance on playgrounds, in the lunchroom, at assemblies, on field trips, etc.
Demonstrate knowledge of the curriculum content for classes in which s/he assists
Participate in skill and competency trainings and in-services
Be discreet and respectful of confidential information
Possess physical and emotional health necessary for effective job performance
Work cooperatively with all school personnel
Demonstrate a warm and receptive attitude toward all students
Complies with school district employment policies
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Must have a minimum of a two-year degree or passing score on the ParaPro Exam
Effectively communicate with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community
Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience with different learning styles
Curriculum planning/alignment and instructional experience
Experience with differentiation
Willingness to identify, interpret and follow school policies and procedures
Show initiative and function as a self-starter
Experience as a paraprofessional is preferred
able to stand for long periods of time, frequent bending, and ability to lift up to 50#
Position Information:
Hourly Rate Range: The 2025-2026 hourly rate range for this position is $17-$21 per hour. Hourly rate offers will consider the candidate's experience, education, skills, and DaVinci Academy’s budget. Experienced candidates should expect a per hour rate offer around the midpoint of the hourly rate range.
Duty Days: Modified year round, 178 duty days per year
Time Off: 4 paid holidays, 3 days of PTO, and 10 days sick time to accrue
Benefits eligible
Start Date: August 11th, 2025
DaVinci Academy utilizes the Frontline Recruiting Platform, please visit the site below to apply:
https://www.applitrack.com/davincicharterschool/onlineapp/default.aspx
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