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Crystal Lake District 47 lists this Special Education Paraprofessional (ASPIRE) opportunity in crystal lake, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Special Education Paraprofessional - ASPIRE
Crystal Lake Elementary District 47 currently has an Special Education Paraprofessional - ASPIRE position available. This position provides instructional and other support services in various classroom settings to students under the supervision of a teacher or other professional staff member. This position will require the paraprofessional to support academic, behavioral, language and/or physical needs.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Communicate with teachers, staff, support services and students
Collaborate and foster teamwork
Maintain anecdotal notes and data recording as needed
Contribute strategies for developing acceptance of student(s) by school community; facilitate students' social interaction with teacher and peers
Assist staff with other activities when available
Assist/monitor student(s) to and from bus when needed
Assist/monitor student(s) recess period indoors and outdoors when needed
Assist/monitor student(s) in lunchroom and hallways as appropriate
Assist with feeding skills with appropriate supervision/training
Assist/monitor student(s) with toileting and other physical needs - this includes providing physical assistance to a student during the act of toileting while in the toileting location (see toileting definition below)
Assist with care, correct use and maintenance of adaptive equipment
Assist student(s) during emergency situations, drills and field trips
Exhibit knowledge of student's IEP goals, medical needs and any student limitations
Assist student(s) with instructional activities as outlined by staff; utilize strategies to modify materials as directed
Implement behavioral intervention plan and procedures as needed
Attend ongoing training as needed
Maintain same level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as expected by staff
Refer any questions or concerns from parents to appropriate staff members
Assist student(s) to complete lesson activities, assignments and assessments
Assist in implementation of test accommodations/modifications during test administration
Skills and Experience Required:
Valid ISBE Paraprofessional License or Short Term Approval
Basic knowledge and willingness to learn appropriate use of technology
Must have desire to work with students with special needs
CPI Certification, if required
Understand and follow oral and written instructions
Maintain confidentiality of students and their records
Understand basic elements of an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
Physical/Mental Requirements:
Requires sitting, standing, lifting, bending, walking and running
Demonstrate high level of flexibility, positive attitude, patience, sense of humor, perseverance, tenacity and concentration
Definition of toileting: Due to a child's disability or medical condition, the para must provide physical assistance to a student during the act of toileting while in the toileting location. (examples: removing all undergarments, wiping, physically assisting onto and off the toilet area) Walking a child to the bathroom or providing supervision while in the bathroom which does not require physical contact would not be defined as toileting.
Starting Rate $18.20/hour. Eligible for $1300 Special Education program stipend. Eligible for paid time off benefits, and medical insurance benefits.
Worksite address
crystal lake, IL, 60012, US
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