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HS Special Education Paraprofessional - Walsh Academy - Niles 60714

Maryville Academy, Niles, Illinois, United States, 60714

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HS Special Education Paraprofessional - Walsh Academy - Niles 60714

Must have current Paraprofessional designation in accordance with requirements specified on ISBE Form 7395 (5/04). Bachelor's Degree preferred. A minimum of 60 college credit hours required for Paraprofessional designation. MUST POSESS A VALID ILLINOIS DRIVER'S LICENSE And be able to obtain a School Bus Driver's Permit / Driver's license Instructional and assessment skills with a focus on the special education population Must be able to pass Faith's Law employment History Review Hours - School day 7:30 am to 4:00 pm with experience in crisis intervention and must have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with Walsh Academy students, supervisors, coworkers, subordinates, support agencies, and a variety of internal as well as external consumers. Basic computer proficiency including working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Adheres to the policies and procedures of Maryville Academy / Maryville Walsh Academy. Knowledge of Individualized Education Plan (IEP) eligibility, planning, instruction and service delivery processes. Skill in organizing and prioritizing work loads to meet deadlines. Skill in telephone etiquette. Required to frequently sit, stand, bend, stoop, walk and drive for extended periods; able to walk up and down stairs. Required to occasionally lift/move objects and/or youth weighing in excess of 40 pounds. Must possess the ability to provide physical restraint for students threatening to harm themselves or others. Must have the visual, hearing, and learning capabilities sufficient to perform the essential functions defined above. Must participate in physical education activities with the students and, if necessary physically interact (intervene) with students. Work is performed during school and vocational program days and hours. Work is performed in and in association with the Maryville Walsh Academy, hospital, and residential programs/settings as well as in an administrative office setting. Duties involve contact with students who may be verbally and physically threatening, aggressive, and suicidal and/or under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Why Join the Maryville Family? PPO health insurance options Vision Insurance Dental Insurance FSA and HSA 403(b) Paid sick days After one year of service, you will be eligible for long term disability and life insurance and tuition reimbursement. Maryville Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, veteran status or disability.