Pre-K Paraprofessional

Primary Purpose:

Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High School diploma or equivalent

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience:

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays

Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom

Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment

Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports

Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers

Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, positioning, or assisting students with personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene

Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed

Recognize differences in each student''s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly

Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor-skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher

Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students

Maintain confidentiality

Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned