What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessional - ESY position at Delaware County Intermediate Unit?
The job of Paraprofessional was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program within assigned classroom with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care and instruction of special needs students in the regular classroom or in a self-contained classroom; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior during nonclassroom time; providing information to appropriate school personnel; and attending IEP meetings.
Minimum requirements:
High school diploma
Experience with students with social/emotional diagnosis preferred
Must acquire status as a Highly Qualified Paraprofessional
Participation, successful completion, and passing required professional development events, in-services, and trainings
Experience with children
Flexible and reliable
Ability to work effectively and regularly with a computer
Must have adequate verbal and written communication skills
Ability to function under the direction of the teacher
Possess good judgment
Ability to establish rapport with students
Ability to maintain positive relationships with program staff
Reliable means of transportation
