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Special Education Paraprofessional

2 months ago

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Kentwood Public School District Full time
Position Type:
Support Staff/ParaProfessional - Special Education

Location:
Kentwood Public School District

Position Purpose:
Under the direct supervision of a certified educator, the paraprofessional plays a vital role in collaborating with the special education team to assist students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in achieving their educational objectives. This position also involves engaging in non-instructional tasks and fostering meaningful adult-student interactions.

Schedule: 7 hours/day, 5 days/week, 38 weeks/year

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support and guide students individually or in small groups to enhance their educational and social skills.
  • Assist educators in implementing classroom assignments and evaluations.
  • Contribute to classroom preparation and adapt instructional materials to meet diverse student needs.
  • Complete district-provided Nonviolent Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training and maintain certification as required.
  • Utilize data tracking systems to document student progress in alignment with their Individual Education Program (IEP) and other support plans.
  • Facilitate classroom management to promote a safe and orderly learning environment.
  • Supervise students in non-instructional settings, including lunch, bus duty, and playground activities.
  • Assist with students' personal care needs, including hygiene and self-care tasks.
  • Accompany students on field trips to provide supervision and support.
  • Engage with parents as directed by the teacher to encourage their involvement in the educational process.
  • Support students with disabilities in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion and achievement of IEP goals.
  • Be open to training and effectively using assistive devices as necessary.
  • Participate in the IEP process and provide input for student evaluations as needed.
  • Assist students with physical or mental disabilities in daily living activities to enhance their participation in school and social activities.
  • Adhere to safety protocols and procedures when assisting students with special needs.
  • Collaborate effectively with teachers and related service providers to address the needs of students in the ASD program.
  • Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
Additional Duties:
  • Perform any other related responsibilities as assigned.
Equipment: Utilize standard office equipment, including personal computers and copiers.

Travel Requirements: Travel between schools or central offices may be necessary for certain roles.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
  • Proficiency in basic arithmetic to assist students as needed.
  • Competence in using personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding students and staff.
  • Capability to build supportive relationships with students with special needs.
  • Skill in establishing cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a diverse environment.
Qualifications:
  • Completion of two years of study at an institution of higher learning (equivalent to 60 credits) OR an associate's degree (or higher) OR passing an approved formal state academic assessment.
  • Experience working with students with Autism.
  • Knowledge of classroom management techniques, including verbal de-escalation skills and physical interventions, may be required.
  • Willingness to engage in professional development as identified by school leadership.
Physical and Mental Demands:
  • Ada Requirements: The physical demands and work environment factors described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
  • Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
  • Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to loud.
  • Mental Functions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to compare, analyze, communicate both orally and in writing, copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills.
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

APPLICATIONS: Submit an application, individual cover letter, and resume through the online application system. No hard copy applications will be accepted.