Paraeducator Life Skills ; Medical @ Larson Heights Elementary

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

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Para educator Life Skills

Larson Heights Elementary

6.50 hrs per day / 180 days per year

Shift time is subject to building needs.

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have earned 72 college level credits from an accredited institution of higher education, have a college degree, or be able to pass the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Assessment.
• Previous experience working with students in both individual and small group instructional situations.
• Working knowledge of education fundamentals; training and experience using current curriculum preferred.
• Previous experience and/or training working with students in a classroom setting.
• Must have proven ability to complete tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must be able to manage large groups of students in an unstructured environment while maintaining a high level of safety.
• Must have a proven record of punctuality and consistent attendance.
• Must be willing and able to assist students with personal management, including toileting, changing, eating, and other personal hygiene.

• Individualized Medical Support:
  Each 1:1 Life Skills para educator position with medical support is unique and tailored to meet the specific medical needs of the assigned student. The level and type of medical assistance provided will depend on the student’s individualized medical requirements, as directed by their healthcare plan and prescribed by the school nurse or physician. Support may include, but is not limited to, delegated healthcare tasks such as managing seizures, catheterization, diabetes management, or other specialized medical care.
• Collaboration with Case Manager and School Nurse:
  The para educator will work closely with both the student’s case manager and the school nurse to ensure medical needs are addressed in alignment with the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and healthcare plan. Open, consistent communication with both the case manager and nurse is essential to coordinate care, share observations, and ensure student safety and success.
• Delegated Medical Tasks:
  • Supporting seizure management protocols.
  • Assisting with catheterization and other personal medical care needs.
  • Administering or monitoring diabetes care, including blood glucose checks and insulin management as delegated by the RN.
  • Carrying out any other healthcare tasks as specified in the student’s medical plan.
• Supporting Educational and Medical Goals:
  While addressing medical needs, the 1:1 para educator will also work as part of the educational team, following the teacher’s lesson plans and providing assistance in both academic and self‑help skills, ensuring the student can fully participate in learning to the best of their ability. This includes:
  • Helping students with basic reading, mathematics, writing, and self‑help skills as directed by the teacher.
  • Assisting with the preparation and/or assembly of teaching materials as requested.
  • Supervising students during both academic and non‑academic activities.
• Behavior Support and De‑escalation:
  In addition to providing medical care, para educators will assist in following any detailed behavior intervention plans (BIPs) the student may have. This includes implementing appropriate behavior management strategies and using de‑escalation techniques, up to and including therapeutic holds, as necessary to ensure student safety. The para educator is expected to remain calm and patient in challenging situations, helping students develop acceptable behavior patterns.
• Lesson and Classroom Support:
  The 1:1 para educator will assist in the implementation of daily instructional lessons, following the guidance of the supervising teacher.
  
  Responsibilities include:
  • Assisting in administering tests, evaluating student progress, and modifying student work within the context of the lesson plan.
  • Preparing teaching materials and helping organize classroom activities.
  • Assisting the teacher in supervisory tasks, such as monitoring student behavior and ensuring a safe learning environment.
• Safety Care Training:
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