Summary
Description
Milaca High School is looking for a Special Education paraprofessional for the 2023-24 Extended School Year.
Minimum Degree/Classification/Requirements:
ParaPro Certification or an AA College Degree, PCA certification (will assist wtih obtaining PCA certification if needed)
Essential Functions and Description of Position:
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
- Ability to get along with other people, work cooperatively in team situations and have patience in dealing with parents and students.
- PCA experience may be helpful, training will be provided if needed.
- Ability to work with emotionally, physically and/or mentally impaired students.
- Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions.
- Ability to communicate effectively and concisely both orally and in writing.
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence and memos.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical computations and interpret data related to student performance.
- Ability to operate a computer and knowledge of multiple software packages.
- Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
Responsibilities:
- Instruct and support students in classrooms, other learning sites and community settings. Assist the student in developing self-advocacy skills and in developing greater independence.
- Monitor, evaluate and record classroom behaviors, problem solve and discuss expectations of appropriate behavior with students; initiate appropriate consequences for student misbehavior (time-out, problem solving or modified learning center). Problem solves with disruptive students and gives positive feedback. Assists with determining goals for students.
- Meet with teacher to determine appropriate levels of student performance, needed modifications of instructional objectives and assignments. Provides input regarding student needs. Assists in implementing daily instructional plans.
- May occasionally supervise students in resourece room or behavior processing room, assist students with assignments, monitor, evaluate and record student behavior, present recommendations to teachers, support staff and administrators.
- May provide students with assistance in dealing with issues such as personal hygiene, medical needs, toileting, diapering, lifting, writing, feeding, boarding and/or getting off busses.
- Supervise student during lunch, in hallways and on field trips to insure orderly conduct.
- Preparation of classroom materials or filing as needed.
- Other duties as necessary or assigned.
Hours:
8:00 AM – 1:00PM (5 hours per day / 20 hours per week)
Salary:
Starting at $15.94 per hour or as determined by contract
Experience Required:
Experience preferred but not required
Apply:
Apply online preferred or submit letter of application, resume, official college transcripts,
copy of license, names of references, reference letters to:
Jamie Carpenter, Assistant Principal
500 Hwy 23 West
Milaca, MN 56353
jamie.carpenter@milaca.k12.mn.us
