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Special Education Paraprofessionals | Paraprofessional - Sp Ed | Valley View Elementary School | Post Date: 12/20/2024

Description

Position Title:

Paraprofessionals in the Multi-Categorical Program

Thank you for your interest in becoming a paraprofessional at Bloomington Public Schools. Paras play an important role in providing behavioral and academic support to students and are often the first go-to person for students during the day.

This video will show what a day might look like in multi-categorical settings with students who have more individualized needs than others.
LINK: https://youtu.be/V8AZdUEbc5Q

Location:
Valley View Elementary School 

Effective Date:
1/6/25

Salary:
   Class III ranging from $22.86-$25.95 per hour
   *Wage placement based on similar experience

Hours:
   3.5 hours per day
   5 days per week
   180 days per year 
   
Required Education:

  • High School Diploma
  • 60 credits post-secondary education or a passing score on the Para Pro Exam
  • PCA Certification (or the ability to obtain)

Physical Requirements:
  Must have the ability to pass a pre-work physical exam including the following requirements:

  • Must have ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Must have ability to push/pull equipment including standers, wheelchairs, etc
  • Must have ability to repetitively reach overhead
  • Must have ability to transfer to/from floor
  • Must have ability to kneel

Required Experience:
   Successful experiences working with special education students in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities:
Work collaboratively with licensed and other staff to assist students with academic, behavioral/social/emotional, instruction, and daily living skills.

  • Assist in implementation of assigned tasks including instruction and assisting students academically
  • Monitor student’s skills of independence and implementation of classroom of individual behavior management programs
  • Assist with daily living activities
  • Communicate student’s progress with case managers

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed 5 days after being posted and remain open until filled.
Submit online application, cover letter, transcripts and resume by clicking on the “Apply” button in the top right
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