Description
Job Title: Paraprofessionals (Full-time and Part-time)
Reports to: Building Principal and Supervisor of Special Education or Director of Early Childhood Education
Job Purpose: To assist special education or preschool student(s) in the classroom providing the appropriate support, including behavior, academics, and daily living skills, as detailed in the student's Individual Education Plan (IEP) (if special education). Assist with data collection and student supervision to create and maintain a learning environment conducive to the student's learning needs.
Qualifications-Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
Ability to work well with school age students
Ability to read and write and speak English clearly and accurately
Ability to communicate effectively with both students and staff
Ability to use a computer for required district functions and communication
Ability to be cooperative and follow directions of classroom teacher
Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions
Ability to support individual students and/or small groups of students
Ability to recognize and provide support for the needs of diverse students
Ability to organize and handle multiple tasks
Ability to maintain student confidentiality
Ability to practice situational awareness
Must be able to work with children who have moderate to severe special needs
Must be able to pass the NJ Criminal History Review
Must be able to pass the post-offer physical examination
Must be able to submit the Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Disclosure Form
Qualifications-Desired
1-2 years of experience working with moderate to severe special needs students
Associate's Degree
NJ Substitute Certification
Duties/Responsibilities
Establishes and maintains a positive rapport with the student(s), classroom teacher, and other classroom staff
Maintains a working knowledge of student(s) by reviewing student IEPs and staying current with student interests, strengths, and weaknesses through collaboration with teacher and/or CST case manager
Maintains the safety of the student(s) by providing a safe, organized environment for effective and independent learning
Provides student(s) with supportive and supplemental instructional assistance as designed by the teacher
Accompanies and transitions student(s) to appropriate areas outside of the classroom, including, but not limited to, cafeteria, lavatories, and additional educational settings and communicates information regarding student's successes and challenges
Reviews and reinforces skills and concepts taught by the classroom teacher
Sets up and maintains special classroom equipment and learning centers under the direction of the classroom teacher
Implements classroom behavioral management strategies and collects data on individual student behavior plans
Assists students of varying ages, when necessary, with personal and hygienic care, including diaper changing, toileting and/or feeding
Participate in district scheduled professional development, including online trainings
Support and supervise student(s) during arrival and dismissal
All other duties as assigned by building principal and/or supervisor
Working Conditions
10 Month Position
Full Time Salary Range of $26,512 - $35,364 as per EHTEA contract
Part Time (29.5 hrs/week) Salary Range of $23,346 - $29,807 as per EHTEA contract
Health Benefits apply to full-time but not part-time
School Building
Classroom
Outdoor environments, including bus/car line, playgrounds, and fields
Physical Requirements: (These are requirements that an individual must perform in order to do the basic functions of this position.)
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs
Ability to reach above and below the waist
Ability to bend knees, stoop, and/or squat to interact with students
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to transition independently from seated to standing positions
Ability to manipulate classroom materials and student adaptive devices
Ability to perform to Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) protocols
Ability to ensure student safety, both indoors and outdoors, and intervene during escalating situations
Direct Reports
N/A
Application Procedure:
Apply Online
Selection Procedure:
Interview
Egg Harbor Township Board of Education is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer