Paraprofessional - Middle School

Carlisle Public Schools seeks a paraprofessional to collaborate with faculty to provide academic and emotional support for middle school students fully integrated within grade-level classes.QUALIFICATIONS: Associate or Bachelors degree requiredPrior experience working with students with disabilities requiredTraining or coursework in special education preferredREPORTS TO: Director of Student Support ServicesJOB GOAL: Work collaboratively with special educators, therapists, and classroom teachers to modify curriculum, support academic skills, and create an environment that promotes emotional well-being and educational enrichment.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: (Under the direction and supervision of licensed educators who design instruction.)Provide academic support and direct instruction to students individually and in small groups to meet IEP goals/objectives. Take students on breaks to diffuse anxieties or misunderstandingsAttend planning meetings, in-service workshops/training, team meetings, and parent-teacher conferences when requested by the Program Administrator.Adapt curriculum materials to meet individual student needs and IEP goals/objectives.Maintain knowledge and understanding of current IEPs of assigned students and collect data as requested.Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism expected of the teaching staff.Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Student Support Services.