Website Independent School District 622-North St. Paul, Maplewood, Oakdale
Paraprofessional
Make a difference in a student’s life! Join District 622 as a paraeducator.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the instruction of students by providing support and practical training to students in various subject matters
- Provide assistance to the teacher by performing such duties as: Implementing instructional plans and assisting with the adaptation/modification of the curriculum as directed by the teacher
- Preparing class schedules
- Organizing learning materials
- Assisting with classroom activities
- Assist educational staff in performing duties to meet the specific needs of students including, but not limited to:
- Redirecting inappropriate behaviors of students in classrooms
- Preparing food for and/or feeding students
- Assisting in the physical movement of students
- Diapering and toileting students
- Escorting students to vocational training jobs
- Chaperoning student community outings
- Supervising students during bus loading and unloading
- Promote a safe and productive learning environment for students, ensuring that student needs are met by communicating with other staff about student needs
- Monitor and document the educational progress of students by performing evaluations of student progress and needs
- Record data pertaining to Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)
- Maintain confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting at all times
- Other related duties as assigned
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- A high school diploma or GED and one of the following:
- An AA, AS, AAS (or higher) degree, or
- Two years of post-secondary coursework (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) from an accredited institution of higher education which are applicable toward a bachelors degree, or
- Passing score on ParaEducator test. (For more information on the ParaPro Assessment, contact Educational Testing Service at 1-800-772-9476 or www.ets.org/parapro)
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and restrain students in emergency situations
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Completion of any required training necessary for the position.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (preferably in Education)
- Education assistant/paraprofessional or teaching experience
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Experience and/or training in behavior management
District Application Guidelines
Apply directly to Job ID: 17094 on the district website:https://www.applitrack.com/isd622/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Paraeducator&subcategory=Special+Education+Paraeducator
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