Special Education Paraprofessional at Crestwood Elementary
Job description
Crestwood Elementary
North Little Rock School District
North Little Rock, Arkansas
Job Details
Job Description
Special Education Paraprofessional at NLRSD
Department: Instructional
Job Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Supervising Teacher and/or Building Administrator
Grade/Level: K-12
Amount of Travel Required: No travel is required
Work Schedule: 185-day contract,
Positions Supervised: None
POSITION SUMMARY:
- Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities.
- Implements, under the supervision of the teacher, instructional programs in accordance with lesson plans for the purpose of assisting the teacher in improving students’ academic success through a defined course of study.
- Adapts classroom work under the direction of the teacher for the purpose of providing a method to support and/or reinforce lesson plans.
- Monitor individual students, classroom, halls, library, playground activities, etc., for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
- Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
- Observe students' performance, and record relevant data to assess progress.
- Confer with the teacher for the purpose of assisting in the evaluation of students’ progress and/or implementing students’ objectives.
- Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage.
- Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.
- Organize and label materials and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their eye levels and perceptual skills.
- Distribute tests and homework assignments, and collect them when they are completed.
- Type, file, and duplicate materials.
- Distribute teaching materials such as textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
- Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
- Attend staff meetings, and serve on committees as required.
- Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.
- Carry out therapeutic regimens such as behavior modification and personal development programs, under the supervision of special education instructors, psychologists, or speech-language pathologists.
- Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.
- Assist in bus loading and unloading.
- Take class attendance, and maintain attendance records.
- Grade homework and tests, and compute and record results, using answer sheets or electronic marking devices.
- Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
- Prepare lesson outlines and plans in assigned subject areas, and submit outlines to teachers for review.
- Maintain computers in classrooms and laboratories, and assist students with hardware and software use.
- Participate in teacher-parent conferences regarding students' progress or problems.
- Plan, prepare, and develop various teaching aids such as bibliographies, charts, and graphs.
- Conduct demonstrations to teach such skills as sports, dancing, and handicrafts.
- Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
- Laminate teaching materials to increase their durability under repeated use.
- Other Duties as Assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: Minimum of a High School Diploma, 60-hours of college credit or successfully passing the Paraprofessional Praxis Exam.
Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, EXCEL, and other applicable technology
Certificates & Licenses: Minimum as stated in the Education requirements, with preference of teaching or teaching related certificates and licenses
frequently
Walk
frequently)
Sit
frequently
Handling / Fingering
frequently
Reach Outward
frequently
Reach Above Shoulder
occasionally
Climb
occasionally
Crawl
occasionally
Squat or Kneel
occasionally
Bend
occasionally
10 lbs or less
frequently
11-20 lbs
frequently
21-50 lbs
occasionally
51-100 lbs
occasionally
Over 100 lbs
N (Not Applicable)
Push/Pull
frequently
13-25 lbs
frequently
26-40 lbs
occasionally
41-100 lbs
N (Not Applicable)
N (Not Applicable)
O (Occasionally)
F (Frequently)
C (Constantly)
Other Physical Requirements
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Paid in accordance with the NLRSD Instructional Assistants Salary Schedule 5PP - Range 01.
The NLRSD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Job Categories : Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
Special Education > Special Education Assistant
Equal Opportunity Employer
North Little Rock School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Job Requirements
- No experience required
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