Full-time Paraprofessional II / 504 Support

Job Title: Paraprofessional II / 504 Support

Reports to: Building Principal

Location: William Henry Harrison High School

Pay Rate: $16.10/hour (via stretch pay)

Hours: 37.5 hours/week

Southwest Local School District, situated in the southwestern corner of Ohio, is composed of: Harrison Elementary School, Miami Whitewater Elementary School, Crosby Elementary School, the Southwest Early Childhood Learning Center, Harrison Junior School and William Henry Harrison High School. The District has achieved an "Excellent" rating from the Ohio Department of Education for the past four years and each of our schools have been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education with Blue Ribbon Awards for Excellence in Education.

Our Mission: "Academic and Social Growth for all students, every day!"

Our Motto: "Excellence through Relationships"

Our Core Values: Trust, Respect, Ownership and Leadership

Southwest Local School District believes in providing the best possible learning environment by hiring, developing and retaining quality personnel. We believe that education needs to take a leadership role in improving society by enhancing activities/programs that help develop well-rounded students who can cope with everyday pressures. We are seeking a Paraprofessional II / 504 Support team member at William Henry Harrison High School.

Job Summary: The Paraprofessional II / 504 Support is responsible for providing support to students with 504 Plans to ensure equitable access to the educational environment. Working under the direction of teachers, counselors, and administrators, this position assists with the implementation of 504 accommodations, promotes student independence, and supports student success in the general education setting.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and/or small group support to students as directed by teachers, counselors, and administrators.
• Assist in implementing accommodations and supports outlined in students'' Section 504 Plans.
• Support students with organization, time management, study skills, and assignment completion.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, administrators, and other school staff to support student success.
• Monitor student progress and communicate observations to appropriate staff.
• Assist students in utilizing instructional technology and other educational resources.
• Prepare, organize, and distribute instructional materials as directed.
• Perform recordkeeping and basic clerical duties related to student support and documentation.
• Supervise students as assigned and maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Respond appropriately to student needs and emergency situations.
• Attend meetings, professional development, and required training sessions.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with district policies and applicable laws.
• Performs other duties as assigned by teacher and/or administrator.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above / below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma required.
• Valid certificate/ license as issued by the Ohio Department of Education.
• One or more of the following required to meet ODE HQT: passage of the Praxis ParaPro Exam, 60 credit hours of higher education or associates degree or higher.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student, staff, or sensitive information is non-negotiable.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and the community.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely in written and oral communications.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of district requirements and BOE policies.
• Must have excellent organizational and time management skills. verbal (including listening) and non-verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to provide demonstrated leadership in the execution of communication strategies.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Pushing the agenda and goals of the school district is imperative.
• Political acumen and organizational support is strong focus as well.

Benefits:

Southwest Local School District participates in the Southwest Ohio Organization for School Health (SWOOSH). SWOOSH is a health and wellness consortium for school districts and government agencies that come together to provide stability and quality access to health care and benefits to all eligible members. Full-time employees have access to the benefits below:

• Retirement
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance 100% paid by District
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mental Health Benefits
• Paid Time Off

Southwest Local School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.