High Needs Paraprofessionals

Ledyard Public Schools is seeking High Needs Paraprofessionals. The High Needs Paraprofessionals, under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, assists with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills utilized the principles of applied behavior analysis
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs utilizing discrete trial instruction
• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs
• Collects data related to student programs for use by the special education teacher
• Implements individual behavioral intervention plans for students
• Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas
• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision
• Constructs, copies and distributes and uses educational materials as needed
• Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement if IEP objectives, etc
• Participates in the IEP process and serves as a resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed
• Assists students with physical or cognitive disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs
• Assists other staff or building administration, as needed
• Performs any other related duties as assigned

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Genuine interest in serving the needs of students and the ability to operate within the philosophy of the program
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Google Suite)
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associates degree or successful completion of the ParaPro exam required
• Previous experience working with students in inclusive and small group settings preferred
• Previous experience working with special education students is preferred.
• Previous experience with ABA/DTI preferred
• Willingness to be trained to assist all instructional and behavioral needs of the students
• May require placing and securing students on a bus and riding the bus to and from school daily with some students.
• May require support with personal hygiene for students
• Ability and willingness to carry over and apply skills from ongoing training
• Experience working within the school setting is preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and under the supervision of program teacher
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding assigned students
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
• Prior experience working with students with significant cognitive disabilities preferred
• Professional demeanor

Pay and Benefits:

• Per the Ledyard Paraprofessionals Agreement
• Scheduled for 20-28.5 hours a week, depending on assignment, follows the school calendar
• Starting pay $15.00 per hour
• Paid time off

Essential Job Functions

• Works in standard office and school building environments
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk or standing
• Must be able to lift at least 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust one's tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child
• Must be willing to be training in physical management techniques

To Apply:
Applications will only be accepted online. Review of applications may begin immediately.
Please visit the Ledyard Public Schools website,http://www.ledyard.net/district/employment_opportunities
or
Access the application at: https://www.applitrack.com/ledyard/onlineapp/ to apply.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Staff and students are required to wear a mask and be vaccinated.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: One location