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Preschool Paraprofessional - Roanoke Elementary-PM

Indianapolis Public Schools, Indiana, Pennsylvania, us, 15705

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Preschool Paraprofessional - Roanoke Elementary PM Position Title: General Education/Special Education Paraprofessional

Terms of Employment: 10 Month Position

Evaluated By: Building Principal

Overview Assist in the education of students.

Responsibilities

Relate well with children and parents, treating all children, parents, and staff with dignity and respect

Assist teacher in any way possible

Assist in maintaining a positive learning environment in the classroom

Maintain confidentiality at all times

Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher in a resource, separate or general education setting

Assist students with academic and behavioral deficit skills as determined by the instructional leader

Maintain documentation and records as determined by the principal, teacher of record

Relate to students in a non-confrontational manner while maintaining established standards of behavior as determined by the instructional leader

Assist teachers in implementing an individualized education program for each student including accommodations and modifications

Complete other duties as assigned by the Principal or Department of Special Services as part of a student\'s particular needs

Prepare instructional materials as needed

Supervise students in the hall, classroom, or restroom in teacher absence

Meets all aspects of the Classified Employee Handbook

Performs all other duties and responsibilities as required

Qualifications / Employment Requirements

Successful completion of 60 hours of college credit or successful completion of the Para Professional Test

Meet particular requirements of local, state, and federal programs, especially in terms of confidentiality

Ability to successfully complete Crisis Prevention Intervention training

Essential Job Factors

Plan, organize, and schedule priorities

Use independent judgment and initiative in making sound decisions and in developing solutions to problems

Discreetly handle confidential and politically sensitive matters

Make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures

Tactfully and courteously respond to requests and inquiries/complaints from the general public and staff

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community

Physical Factors

Sitting/standing – constantly

Stooping/kneeling/crouching – frequently

Hearing and speaking clearly – constantly

Lifting up to 30 lbs – frequently

Equal Employment Opportunity The Huntington County Community School Corporation assures Equal Employment Opportunities for job candidates and employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

Benefits Sick days, Personal days, Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment/Long-Term Disability Insurance, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

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