Job description

Windham Southwest Supervisory Union (WSWSU) is seeking a 1:1 special education para-educator for preschool at Twin Valley Elementary School. SIGNING BONUS AVAILABLE

1:1 special education para-educators are employees: 1) whose positions are either instructional in nature or who deliver other direct services to students and 2) who serve in a position for which a teacher or other professional staff has the ultimate responsibility for the design, implementation and evaluation of instructional programs and student progress.

1:1 special education para-educators can expect to have clearly defined roles and expectations. 1:1 special education para-educators work one-on-one with a special needs student under the direct supervision of the special educator and classroom teacher. The child may need passive restraint and behavior modification, and the 1:1 special education para-educator may be exposed to bodily fluids and may be at risk for personal injury.

DUTIES PERFORMED BY 1:1 SPECIAL EDUCATION PARA-EDUCATORS:

Instructing the special needs student by following programs and lessons developed by classroom teacher or special educator.

Assisting with the preparation of materials for specific instructional programs.

Ability to reinforce instruction throughout the school day.

Ability to gather accurate data about student behavior and/or acquisition of basic skills.

Implementing behavioral management programs developed for individual students.

Ability to follow through with instructional directions from special educator, classroom teacher and other service providers

Assisting teachers with crisis intervention and discipline to provide a safe environment.

Following the professional protocol when asked to communicate with parents.

In addition 1:1 special education para-educators may be asked to: 1) perform bus duty; 2) administer medication; 3) assist students with personal and hygienic care; 4) set up and maintain adaptive equipment and learning centers; 5) operate office or video equipment; 6) lunch room duties, 7) study halls and

PROFESSIONAL AND ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ALL INTENSIVE NEEDS PARA-EDUCATORS

1:1 special education para-educators must:

• Maintain confidentiality about all personal information and educational records concerning children, youth, and their families.
• Respect the legal and human rights of children, youth and their families.
• Follow district policies for protecting the health, safety and well-being of children and youth.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the distinctions in the roles of various educational personnel.
• Follow the direction of teachers and other supervisors.
• Maintain a record of regular attendance, arrive and depart a specified times, and notify appropriate personnel when they must be absent.
• Demonstrate respect for individual differences, dependability, integrity and other standards of ethical conduct.
• Follow the chain of command for various administrative procedures.
• Demonstrate a willingness to participate in opportunities for continuing education provided by the district.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wilmington, VT: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Special education: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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