Anticipated Special Education Paraprofessional Pre School

FLSA:
Non exempt 184 day position

• Eligibility for a Paraprofessional license issued by the Georgia PSC
• Ability to work with administrators, teachers, students, and parents
• Aptitude for the successful completion of tasks assigned
• Alternatives to the above qualifications, as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

The Paraprofessional (Special Education) supports certified teachers in meeting the instructional, educational, behavioral, physical, and social-emotional needs of students with disabilities in the classroom (in-person) and community. The incumbent will need to be familiar with individual education plans (IEP) and be able to follow them.

• Basic knowledge of childhood growth and development
• Selecting and using training/ instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise students
• Computer proficiency and the ability to work effectively in an in-person learning environment
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions
• Demonstrated ability to work well with students, staff, and parents in a professional manner
• Knowledge of school safety & security procedures
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Supports teachers in meeting the instructional, educational, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students with disabilities in the classroom (in-person) and community
• Provides small group and/or individualized instruction to students with disabilities in accordance with the students' IEP and the supervising teacher's lesson plans
• Collects instructional and behavioral data for all objectives being taught for each student
• Implements Behavior Intervention Plans for students with disabilities
• Communicates proactively with teachers to inform them of student issues and conversations with parents
• When in a school-based learning environment, monitor students' movement throughout the building to other classrooms, learning areas, and cafeterias
• Assists students as necessary with physical needs, including feeding, toileting, lifting, and mobility
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis
• Demonstrate prompt and in-person attendance
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Follows the Georgia Professional Standards for Educators