ESY Paraeducator Job Coach- Special Education – Multiple Vacancies

Position: ESY Paraeducator Job Coach- Special Education – 4 Vacancies
Location: The Next Step Transition Program
Work Hours:  Mon-Thurs, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.
Session Dates: July 8 – 25
Work Year: Summer 2024
Pay:  External candidates: $21.50 per hour. Internal candidates: In accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding, paraeducators covered by the paraedcuators contract during the school year will receive a pay rate according to their 2021-2023 step placement.
Benefits: This position is not benefits eligible.

Summary: This position involves working as a job coach with students at a volunteer site and may involve driving a school van.

Required Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED and one of the following:
  • An AA, AS, AAS (or higher) degree, or
  • Two years of post-secondary coursework (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) from an accredited institution of higher education which are applicable toward a bachelors degree, or
  • Passing score of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessment.  (For more information on the ParaPro Assessment, contact Educational Testing Service at 1-800-772-9476 or www.ets.org/parapro)
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and restrain students in emergency situations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Completion of any required training necessary for the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (preferably in Education)
• Education assistant/paraprofessional or teaching experience
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities
• Experience and/or training in behavior management

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the instruction of students by providing support and practical training to students in various subject matters
• Provide assistance to the teacher by performing such duties as:
• Implementing instructional plans and assisting with the adaptation/modification of the curriculum as directed by the teacher
• Preparing class schedules
• Organizing learning materials
• Assisting with classroom activities
• Assist educational staff in performing duties to meet the specific needs of students including, but not limited to:
• Redirecting inappropriate behaviors of students in classrooms
• Preparing food for and/or feeding students
• Assisting in the physical movement of students
• Diapering and toileting students
• Escorting students to vocational training jobs
• Chaperoning student community outings
• Supervising students during bus loading and unloading
• Promote a safe and productive learning environment for students, ensuring that student needs are met by communicating with other staff about student needs
• Monitor and document the educational progress of students by performing evaluations of student progress and needs
• Record data pertaining to Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting at all times
• Other related duties as assigned 

 

ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.