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Special Education Paraeducator

Duties & Responsibilities: (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)

*Provide research based social skills instruction and intervention under supervision of certified teacher.

•*Must be willing to attend any additional required evening trainings or meetings during the school year or during the summer.

•*Must be willing to accept feedback from specialists and program coaches regarding implementation and use feedback to implement changes in instruction.

*MUST be willing to follow directives of classroom teacher, building administration, and district administration.
*Must be willing and able to work with students who are explosive in nature and engage in physical and verbal aggression towards others.

*Work with Behavioral and Learning Disabilities Mild, Moderate and Severe; including students diagnosed with Autism and Spectrum Disorder, and cognitive delays

PROVIDE SERVICES FOR SPECIAL EDUCATIONSTUDENTS AS NEEDED IN THE SPECIAL OR GENERAL EDUCATION SETTING.
UNDER DIRECTION OF SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER, PROVIDE ACADEMIC ASSISTANCE, BEHAVIOR INTERVENTIONS, AND INSTRUCTION OF SOCIAL SKILLS AND DAILY LIVING SKILLS.
ATTEND FIELD TRIPS WITH STUDENT AS NECESSARY.
Regular attendance at work is required in order to meet the services in the IEP and in order to ensure the provision of FAPE (free appropriate public education).
Ability to analyze given situation and respond appropriately
Must be able to interact appropriately with all students as a potpourri of assistance is required
Must be a team player to assist in all aspects needed within the classroom, cafeteria, hallway, as examples
Must have good "people" skills to work with students, others in the classroom and the building
Accompany students to and from the bus
Ability to work with students on classroom assignments
Ability to physically restrain students as needed
Assignments will be changed on a daily basis to meet the needs of the program and students.
Position may require training and experience with ABA procedures.
Must be able to follow multiple behavior plans for students at the same time.
Must be able to implement changes to those plans when directed and follow through for each student.
Ability to remain calm and respectful when students are in crisis
Engage in collaborative work and contribute to team planning.
Ability to follow specific procedures in teaching new skills as directed by the teacher
Ability to do accurate data collection and graphing as guided by the teacher
Ability to complete necessary paperwork accurately and timely, as guided by the teacher.
Attend professional in-service activities and training workshops provided by the District
Position may require lifting.
Position may require toileting, diapering, hygiene care, and/or supervision in the restroom.
Position may require extended standing or sitting.
Position may include riding bus with students.
Ability to participate in and direct extensive physical activities
Supervise students in out of classroom activities during the assigned work day
Ability to model positive attitude and team cooperation for the student.
Must be able to recognize the need for and initiate activities with student.
Personal qualities need to include ability to nurture, patience, dependability and the ability to accept responsibility with the students.
Ability to climb stairs in a multi-level building
Ability to walk long distances in the building and out in the community
Ability to follow specific procedures in teaching new skills as directed by the teacher
Must accept direction from special education teachers
Must implement behavior intervention strategies and procedures as directed by teachers and program design
Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.
Must complete paperwork, such as Medicaid data forms (and others- behavior cards, etc), as directed by teacher and/or district
Must maintain confidentiality
*Ability to participate in and direct extensive physical activities
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED BY ADMINISTRATION.
Successful candidate must possess strong inter-personal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential.
Good attendance and punctuality are a must to ensure that the duties and responsibilities of the job are performed successfully.
Must be willing to support Davenport’s multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) for both behavior and academics
This special education position meets the $2.00 Special Education Differential pay that is outlined in the Memorandum of Agreement between DCSD and the Davenport Association of Para Educators.
All Para Educators receiving the Special Education differential pay will be required to sign the vacancy notice for the position, acknowledging willingness to perform duties, responsibilities, and expectations listed.
All employees working with/for the Special Education students will be required to pass the Medicaid Fraud background check, prior to hire, successfully bidding, and/or transferring to a special education position. This check is run several times a year. If at any time your name appears on the Medicaid Fraud listing, you will be notified and may be removed from your current position.

Physical Requirements of Position: (HBV X Yes No)

(The physical demands described here are 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.)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties. Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture. Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather, meet multiple demands from several people, and interact with the public and other staff.

Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.

Work Environment: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Noise level is quiet to loud. Work may be indoors and/or outdoors. Work may be in non-air conditioned rooms. Tobacco and alcohol-free environment. Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public. Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of student.

Special Qualification Desired: (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)

ABILITY TO WORK WITH STUDENTS with SIGNIFICANT ACADEMIC, BEHAVIOR, and SOCIAL SKILLS DIFFICULTIES.
Have a genuine care and concern for all students and a willingness to help them succeed.

DEMONSTRATED ABILITY TO FOLLOW DIRECTIVES OF CERTIFIED STAFF