Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional JobID: 5954

Position Type:

Instructional/Educational Support: Non-Certified/ Paraeducator: Regular Ed

Date Posted:

11/5/2024

Location:

Windham High School

(High-Needs School) Position Description: Assist the classroom teacher by helping physically, mentally and/or educationally disadvantaged students learn skills that will broaden their educational experiences and contribute to their development and to assist in creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning for all students. Essential Functions:

Assist students with physical and/or educational needs both individually and in small groups

Collaborate with classroom teachers regarding students’ needs and requirements including IEP goals

Provide escort and mobility assistance to student(s) when necessary

Receive oral or written instructions from the supervising teacher

Maintain student records to include progress reports, attendance, etc.

Record student learning data as directed

Assist in preparation and distribution of lesson plan materials

Communicate in a positive manner with parents on the progress of students

Act as expert classroom support to substitute in absence of teacher

Assist students with classwork

Assist with recess, supervision, restroom breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, field trips, etc.

Maintain respect at all times for confidential information

Attend meetings and professional development training as required

Prepare materials for class projects

Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents

Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation

Perform other duties as assigned by classroom teacher/Principal

Knowledge/Skills:

Experience working with young children

Ability to implement behavioral goals

Ability to understand child development

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Effective, active listening skills

Ability to work effectively with others

Organizational and problem solving skills

Qualifications:

4-year degree preferred

2 years’ experience with children

Associate’s degree or Para Pro certificate

Teaching experience desired

Experience working in school setting; public school preferred

Experience working with students with special needs

Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred

Days: Monday – FridaySalary: In accordance with the WFEP contract.

Apply at:Windham Public Schools (https://www.applitrack.com/windham/OnlineApp/default.aspx) WINDHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIt is the policy of the Windham Public Schools to ensure equal employment opportunity to every person regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender; gender identity or expression, sexual preference or physical and mental disability; and to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, sexual preference, or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities.