Title:  Paraprofessional 

 

Reports to: Building Principal, Assistant Principal, Assigned Special Education Teacher

 

Work Day: 175 work-day calendar, 6.75 hrs/day

 

Hours: 7:50 am - 3:00 p.m. (Secondary) and 8:20-3:30 (Elementary)

 

Locations: Earl Lawson Early Education Center, David Brewer, Henry Leavenworth, Intermediate, Warren MS, LHS, 3rd Avenue School 

 

Position Details: Positions offering educational supports begin at $15 per hour and positions requiring more intensive student support for physical and/or behavioral needs begin at $15.75 per hour. Additional compensation is provided to candidates who hold degrees or certifications as well as additional compensation for relevant work experience. 

 

Qualifications:

 

Purpose and Objectives of the Position:

The Special Education Paraprofessional provides supportive education and maintenance assistance for the teacher of special education or general education students. The paraprofessional should possess a basic understanding of the characteristics of students and must possess the ability to work with students in a one on one setting and in small and large group settings.

 

NOTE: For certain student populations, position may require specialized training (severely intellectually disabled/profoundly intellectually disabled, autism); the ability to lift and physically manage students who may weigh over 50 pounds; the use of specialized equipment; the ability to assist with or perform personal activities such as feeding, toileting and diapering; or other special abilities. If necessary, these will be discussed in the interview.

 

Essential Functions:

 

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:

 

General Responsibilities: 

 

Pre-Employment/Yearly Requirements: Employee shall meet all the pre-employment and yearly requirements as specified in the Policies of the Board of Education.

 

Term of Employment:    At will.

 

Salary: $15.00/hr, with increases for assignment type, related past employment experience and education

 

FLSA Status:  Non - Exempt; Hourly

 

Evaluation: Performance effectiveness will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of Board of Education Policy.