Special Education Paraprofessional

We are seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to assist a classroom teacher with instructional and supportive activities for special education students. The ideal candidate will have strong verbal communication skills, a flexible and supportive work philosophy, and a willingness to implement policies.

Requirements

• Carries to completion in a timely manner, instructional and supportive activities as assigned by the supervising teacher
• Work with special education students supporting academic and behavioral needs
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
• Participate in staff development activities where it is necessary to improve job-related skills
• Maintain records and prepares detailed reports (as needed)
• Exhibits consistent, punctual, and regular attendance
• Demonstrates superior relationship skills
• Ability to perform several tasks concurrently under varying deadlines
• Ability to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative in dealing with students, faculty, and the public
• Skill in operating computers, copiers, iPads, etc.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Able to identify sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to follow directions given by the Principal and Teacher
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, policy, and expectation documents, staff agreements, and evaluation rubric documents
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of students, parents, staff, teachers, and school administrators

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance