Roving Paraeducator

Job Description - Roving Para educator (12811)

Roving Para educator

Roving Paraeducators help to deliver educational programs in the elementary or secondary educational systems. Their role is vital in today's classroom. The main function of the Para educator is to support the teacher working with individual or groups of students. The Para educator is assigned to meet the needs of specific students and/or program needs within the school. They work alongside and under the guidance of teacher(s) who is ultimately responsible for the education of all students in the class and the Para educator serves as a support.

The Roving Para educator may be assigned to Special Education Interrelated, Categorical, or any classrooms as determined the highest need by Human Resources Guest Staff Services.

The development of the Para educator role is to link academic assistance, communication and/or understanding between the school, classroom teacher, families and community by assisting at the school conference, gathering or events.

• Will spend a large portion of their time in the classroom
• Assists students with lessons under direct supervision of the classroom teacher
• Is genuinely committed to helping children learn - assist students and reinforce concepts for individuals or small groups
• Works with teachers to modify activities to meet individual student's needs
• Assists teachers in monitoring, collecting data, and maintaining records regarding student performance and progress
• Assists in the maintenance of learning areas and/or learning centers and instructional materials and use appropriate educational technology and resources
• Displays patience and understanding while managing children
• Displays ability to work in demanding situations and still maintain a sense of order
• Understands and is sensitive to the obstacles facing the children under supervision.
• Teach self-help, problem solving and/or coping skills
• Recognizes individual learning styles and become knowledgeable of the characteristics of learners you serve (e.g., cultural background, language proficiency, mobility and family dynamics)
• Challenges students to fulfill their potential
• Documents parent contacts and inform appropriate personnel. Many contacts are required for students' supplemental services
• Is an active part of an educational team within the students you serve
• Demonstrates knowledge of various philosophies and theories of education
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills in working within a multidisciplinary context

Assists with additional duties as assigned by Supervisor.

This position may require the ability to use SMART boards and iPads in addition to basic equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use.

Travel in district may be required.

• Be able to work in various weather conditions
• Be able to react immediately to an emergency situation for the safety and welfare of the students and staff, which may include the use of physical restraint technique
• Be able to walk long distances, stand for long periods, bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps and reach overhead
• Possess the manual dexterity, physical ability and stamina for a full day of physical activity
• Be able to see and hear well
• Additional demands upon request of Supervisor
• Able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 20 pounds on a regular basis

• Maintain high level of confidentiality of information regarding students and staff information and issues
• Develop and maintain a professional rapport with classroom teacher and other staff
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of students, staff, and parents
• Observe and chart student behavior and assist in discipline of student as instructed by the teacher
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and organize
• Assist with grading, marking papers and checking homework
• Assist students to and from buses and assisting the drivers until departure time
• Assist in the transportation of students
• Assist in caring for student's medical needs when under the direct supervision of the…