Para Educator

Job Summary:

This Para Educator - Special Education Inclusion Assistant position is a vital role within the York County School Division. The successful candidate will assist the special education and/or classroom teacher by performing assigned duties related to the learning process as outlined in students' educational plans. This includes assembling and preparing instructional materials, reinforcing instruction under the direction/supervision of the teacher or building administrator, and providing professional communication with staff and parents under the direction of and in collaboration with the special education teacher.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the special education and/or classroom teacher in implementing instructional programs and monitoring student behavior.
• Perform assigned duties related to the learning process, including assembling and preparing instructional materials.
• Provide professional communication with staff and parents under the direction of and in collaboration with the special education teacher.
• Assist with implementation of behavior management and/or medical management plans.
• Maintain confidentiality with regard to student records and information.

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree or higher; or High school diploma or equivalent with additional 48 semester credit hours from accredited institutions; or High School Diploma or equivalent with addition of passing a rigorous test as approved by VDOE or YCSD for purposes of determining highly qualified status for teacher assistants under the No Child Left Behind legislation.
• Bachelor's Degree or higher qualifies for Tier Two.

Working Conditions:
This position is a ten-month a year position with salary according to School Board Pay Plan. Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of non-licensed personnel. The York County School Division is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, sex, gender, age, or disability.

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