Special Education PARAPROFESSIONALAmberly Elementary2023-2024 School YearM-F$13.52 per hour

　　Duties and Responsibilities

　　Assist teacher during the lesson by finishing assignment instructionsWork with individuals or small groups of students on follow-up activitiesReinforces instruction by administering individual skill practice for individuals or small groupsAdminister and score standardized and criterion referenced tests or teacher made tests as directed by teacherRecords data on student performance as directed by teacher or itinerant staff memberMonitors students to develop independence in daily living, academic and social/emotional skillsAssists in implementing behavior management programsFills out, distributes and/or collects checklists as directedMay physically restrain students with supervision by trained staff and in accordance with specific training and student's behavior planMay remove and put on outer clothing for arrival, recess and dismissal timesMay assist in lifting and positioning student, diapering, opening thermos/carton, lunch line, feeding, seating at group activities, maintaining time schedules, etc.May supervise playground, offsite activities and wheelchair/walker travel to assure safetyMay assist with medical needs, which may include catheterizing, removal, and attaching of splints/casts/bracesMay assist in supervising during non-instructional periods such as snack time, study hall and/or lunch period, free time and/or recess, bathroom breaks, and preparation for gym, lunch, bus, etc.May transfer students to and from busCarry out other duties as assigned.

　　 EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

　　High school diploma or equivalentMust meet the definition of Highly Qualified as defined by the Elementary and Secondary Education Act by possessing one or more of the following:a. Associate's Degree (or higher)b. Sixty (60) or more semester hours of college credit from a degree granting institutionc. Certificate verifying the passage of the ETS Parapro Assessment  Reading for Information, Writing &*     Applied Mathematics*

　　Excellent organization skills and easily follows directionsExcellent attendance patterns and strong work ethicAbility to work easily and effectively with small groups of childrenDemonstrated excellent abilities in the area of interpersonal communicationA high degree of patience, ability and willingness to learn new skills and take directionWillingness to work with a team to maintain best practice supplemental education systemApply online at: https://www.portageps.org/page/employment-at-pps{cke-saved-href="https://www.portageps.org/page/employment-at-pps"}

　　*Notice of Non-Discrimination: * The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.  The following positions at Portage Public Schools have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy:  Human Resources Director Brad Galin and Human Resources Manager Jennifer Tuyls.  Contact information: 269-323-5000, 8107 Mustang Drive, Portage, Mi 4900