Paraprofessional Assistant

13 hours ago


Columbia, Missouri, United States Columbia Public Schools Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Paraprofessional to join our team at Columbia Public Schools. As a Paraprofessional, you will play a vital role in supporting students who require special education services under the supervision of a teacher.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare student materials and reinforce previously taught material as described by the teacher.
  • Manage student behavior and classroom organization, implement policies, rules, and regulations.
  • Provide direct caregiving services, such as feeding, toileting, and personal care, under the supervision of teachers and staff.
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.
  • Respond calmly to students displaying aggressive behaviors.
  • Meet and/or escort students at designated times.
  • Demonstrate a positive and cooperative attitude when performing tasks.
  • Maintain confidentiality of information about students and employees.
  • Attend and document participation in required yearly in-service training (10 to 15 hours).
  • Adhere to district policies and departmental, building, and classroom procedures.
  • Understand and adhere to Board policies and procedures.
  • Para 2's and 3's: Attend/keep current on restraint and other advanced training, if applicable, as directed by the Special Education Director or Assistant Director; apply knowledge and procedures to student situations when appropriate to respond to crises.
  • Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of the Columbia Public School District.
Requirements
  • Minimum: Completion of the 20-hour Substitute Training Course by start date; or Passing of the Paraprofessional Exam by start date; or 60+ college credits.
  • Preferred: Official Transcripts with 60 hours of college credit. Prior experience in a school setting and/or working with young people.
Working Conditions

The selected applicant will frequently stand, stoop, bend, and kneel. The selected applicant will frequently move throughout the building and must be able to walk long distances. The selected applicant must physically assist students with feeding, self-care, and toilet tasks. The selected applicant must regularly lift 30 pounds. Must be able to regularly lift students and assist them with movement. Students' size and weight will vary based on age and grade level. Movement of younger children will frequently be performed by an individual paraprofessional. Movement of older students may be performed by a two-person team of paraprofessionals and/or with apparatus designed to assist movement. The selected applicant may have to quickly follow or catch up to a mobile student and redirect the student back to the appropriate class or activity. The selected applicant must have both close and distance vision.

Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

The individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active. The individual will be required to work outdoors to perform tasks such as loading and unloading students from district transportation and supervising recess.



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