Classroom Assistant, Office for Exceptional Children

4 days ago

Sanford, United States Dayton Public School District Full time

Job Summary

The Dayton Public School District is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Paraprofessional to join our team in the Office for Exceptional Children. As a Paraprofessional, you will play a vital role in supporting the education and learning of our students with special needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the classroom teacher in making instructional materials and displays, such as charts, games, puzzles, and bulletin boards.
  • Assist the classroom teacher in keeping accurate and appropriate records.
  • Help maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment.
  • Assist the classroom teacher with demonstrating, modeling, or correcting student behavior.
  • Help students with social and independent skills.
  • Assist students with care.
  • Work with students with multiple disabilities.
  • Assist with lifting and toilet needs.
  • May assist with feeding needs.
  • Stay with students at all times.
  • Attend in-service meetings as requested.
  • Maintain confidentiality of educational experiences observed in the course of duty.
  • Work cooperatively with all personnel in the program and building.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Paraprofessionals

  • Under the general supervision of the Classroom Teacher, assist with small group instruction that reinforces basic learning and implements assigned programs.
  • Assist the Classroom Teacher in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests, and assessments.
  • Assist with classroom behavior management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
  • Assist students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, and other non-instructional areas.
  • Assist with other duties as assigned.

Special Education Paraprofessionals

  • Under the general supervision of the Classroom Teacher, assist students with special needs in all aspects of the classroom instruction to maximize inclusion and learning.
  • Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with daily activities.
  • Assist students with toilet and/or changing needs.
  • Assist students with feeding needs.
  • Participate in the IEP process and serve as a resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed.
  • May be assigned as a one-on-one paraprofessional for a specific student. Will assist the student with daily needs and support the classroom as needed.
  • Follows all applicable rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
  • Assist with other duties as assigned.

Bus Paraprofessionals

  • Under the general supervision of the School Bus Driver, assist students with seating, assistive devices, safety, and behavior concerns.
  • Assist in providing a safe, orderly, and efficient transportation service to our students.
  • Assist the driver with support as needed, both during routine activities and during emergencies.
  • Assist with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Verifications

  • Must be a U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work in the U.S.
  • Current and valid State of Ohio Educational Aide Permit-Educational Aide (Only for Instructional Paraprofessionals and Special Education Paraprofessionals)
  • Must pass Federal and Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation background check in accordance with Ohio Administrative Code Section -83-06
  • High School diploma
  • Associate's degree from an accredited institution
  • ParaPro Exam (if you don't hold an Associate's degree or higher)

Knowledge and Experience

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

  • Ability to understand cognitively delayed and learning disabled students.
  • Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, and present information to students in a variety of formats.
  • Demonstrated willingness and patience in working with students of varied abilities.
  • Ability to operate a computer and utilize applicable software.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others.
  • Experience working in an urban school district or working with urban education
  • Ability and willingness to utilize technology in the enhancement of student learning
  • Effective time management skills

Physical Attributes/Demands

  • Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, stoop, and climb stairs
  • Occasionally lift and/or move lightweight items up to 40 lbs.

Work Environment

  • Work is performed in a classroom setting
  • Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue
  • Work may be subject to frequent interruptions
  • Potential exposure to disruptive parents and students
  • Some assignments are subject to completion within strict timelines
  • Periodic travel for meetings, professional development activities, and work assignments

The Dayton Public School District provides equal educational and employment opportunities for all people without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, color, age, disability, religion, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, or affiliation with a union or professional organization.

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