About this opportunity
Falcon Ridge Elementary lists this Paraprofessional: Special Education LTS opportunity in new prague, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Paraprofessional: Special Education LTS
Falcon Ridge Elementary
Student calendar/start & end times to be determined
6 hours and 30 minutes
Job Summary: Assist students with disabilities who need support to access the curriculum and benefit from their educational placement.
The responsibilities of a special education paraprofessional foster and nurture a positive learning environment for all students. A special education paraprofessional has the ability to work with a variety of disabilities that affect student communication needs, behavioral performance, self-care skills, and academic supports. Under the supervision of a special education teacher, the paraprofessional is responsible to carry out appropriate student interventions, accommodations, and modifications.
Work Requirements and Characteristics:
Education/Certification/Licensure:
High School diploma or equivalent
Valid Minnesota driver's license
Experience:
Previous experience in working with children, specifically with disabilities, preferred
Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge and ability to apply basic computer, math and language skills
Ability to work well with students and staff
Ability to work with children of various ability levels
Knowledge of district discipline policy
Knowledge and application of Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training if required by the position
Position requires exercising confidentiality in handling district information
New Prague Area Schools is a consistently growing district of 4,000 students, Pre K through 12. The district is located about 45 miles southwest of the Twin Cities. The district serves the students and community members of the New Prague, Elko New Market, northern Lonsdale areas, as well as several other communities. The district offers a small-town quality of life with easy access to the conveniences of a major metropolitan area.
I.S.D. 721 is an equal opportunity employer.
Worksite address
new prague, MN, 56071, US
Who can apply
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