Specialized ParaPro - RHES - CCLC

Reports to

Building Principal

Job Code Number

Contract Length

192 work days

Exempt/Non- exempt

Non-exempt

Department

Classified

Last Updated

LOCATION (Building/Unit Type) - To Be Determined based on need/movement

Reynoldsburg City Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Primary Job Function:

The Reynoldsburg City Schools' Specialized Paraprofessional is responsible for assisting in the supervision and instruction of special needs students under the supervision of a certificated teacher in a special education classroom; observing and documenting student progress; implementing plans for instruction; and providing clerical support to teachers

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid state of Ohio Education Aide permit with ESEA credential

One (1) to two (2) years' experience working a paraprofessional role preferred Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Primary functions may include the following duties, responsibilities, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions within this classification.

Instruction

Assists teachers with lesson delivery and assessments

Prepares daily behavior charts

Assists students with classroom activities such as art, music, and physical education classes Classroom Management

Intervenes with students if their behavior is not appropriate

Prepares daily behavior charts Physical Needs

Assists students in toileting, diapering and clothing when necessary

Assists students at lunch by picking up their lunch trays, cutting food and feeding them if necessary

Assists students with wheelchairs, standers, walkers, and other adaptive equipment

Dispenses medications to students as directed; KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation

Knowledge of basic mathematics; Proficient in Microsoft

Knowledge of industry best practices for paraprofessionals

Skilled at effective verbal and written communication

Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

Skilled in collaboration and decision-making, seeking consensus whenever possible

Skilled in conflict resolution

Ability to perform oral reading to students individually or in

Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Ability to interact with students to maintain discipline, order and resolve disciplinary problems

Ability to assist students with various physical and intellectual needs

Ability to handle behavioral situations in a calm and effective manner

Ability to maintain accurate records and write reports and logs

Ability to "think outside the box"

Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action

Ability to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures

Ability to promote positive staff morale

Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time

Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regards to leadership, performance and professional growth

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

Physical Demands - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others. The employee is required to sit or stand and move around for extended periods of time. While performing the duties of this job the employee must be able to push, pull, lift and carry over 25 pounds on

Working Conditions - The employee in this position may experience occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue. The employee may also be required to interact with unruly children.

Driving Requirement - This position may require

Participate in CPI training by the district

The physical demands described here are a representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in keeping with law.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the employee. The employee will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the employee's supervisor and or appointing authority.