Paraprofessional Educator

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Oak Hill has been a leader in enhancing the lives of people with disabilities since 1893. We are seeking a dedicated Paraprofessional Instruction to join our team of professionals. As a partner in education, you will work closely with our experienced teachers to provide academic and vocational instruction to students with varying disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of students' Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and provide academic and vocational instruction and support for individual students inside and outside of the classroom.
• Create and maintain a supportive learning environment and model appropriate behaviors to assist students in developing social skills.
• Assist with planning instructional content and activities that are aligned with standards and provide for an appropriate level of challenge for all students.
• Assist with ongoing observation and assessment, record instructional and behavioral data, and develop techniques to reinforce learning.
• Modify materials and implement instructional and behavior management strategies for students under the direct supervision of the Special Education teacher.

Requirements

• Associates degree in education, child development, or a related field, or enrollment in a higher education program leading to a degree in education, child development, or a related field, with at least 5 years of experience and completion of required OHS curriculum within 3 months of hire.
• Valid driver's license.
• A Public Service license with a V endorsement is required during the initial employment period, and this is facilitated through Oak Hill.

Benefits

• Generous paid vacation, sick, and personal time, plus paid holidays.
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits, with Oak Hill funding up to 50% of your HSA.
• 403(b) retirement plan, with Oak Hill contributing 9.5% at no cost to you.
• Free and low-cost life insurance options and free long-term disability insurance.
• Excellent professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and career pathways.
• Staff recognition and appreciation.
• Paid training, education, and certification as necessary, including CPR training.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to advancing equality and opportunity for all people, based on their qualifications and actions alone, without regard to color, gender, age, religion, national origin, or disability.

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