Kindergarten Paraeducator

South Burlington School DistrictPosition DescriptionJob Title: Para EducatorLocation: District Assigned SchoolJob Group: Union Support StaffPay Level: Non-ExemptReports To: Principal/Director of Educational Support Systems/Supervising TeacherSummary: Delivers instructional behavioral and/or personal support services to students in a variety of assistance in assessing student needs and progress and contributes to the development and/ormodification of an assigned students individual education plan (IEP).Essential Duties and Responsibilities: other duties may be assigned as needed.1. Follows the students established IEP or other support plan under the direct supervision of certifiededucator. Supports students in accessing the academic standards instructed at the students grade and assist students individually or in small groups to help the student master language readingassignments and/or reinforce learning concepts.2. Follows district policies and procedures to include but not limited to: instructional techniquescommunication plans and behavior management.3. Implements student program objectives in various settings such as but not limited to: classroomsplaygrounds individual settings job sites community forums and educational trips outside the classroom.4. Provides routine personal care and assistance such as ambulation dressing and toileting. Effectivelyadministers CPR first aid or less intensive medical procedures if appropriately trained and as needed.5. Monitors all aspects of IEP. Conducts reasonable level data collection such as short-term intensive data(e.g.: ABC sheets) or long-term less intensive (e.g.: weekly probes class check-out). Maintains recordsand data sheets for assigned students as required. Actively assists in planning instruction interventionsand lessons using data collection system.6. Actively participates in department student planning and committee meetings as requested by supervisingeducator. Proactively models positive constructive behavior to others.7. Cooperates with teachers co-workers parents healthcare workers and others to ensure an appropriatelearning experience for all students. Collaborates with team members to determine an appropriatesequence of events leading towards increased independence and greater inclusion in various settings.8. May assist the teacher in the learning environment by:a. Preparing instructional materials for assigned students.b. Organizing classrooms and setting up learning centers prior to and after activities.c. Helping to supervise students while they are in the lunchroom library music P.E. assembliesfree play activities and halls.d. Observing learning activities acknowledging student requests for help and referring student needsto teacher as appropriate.e. Assisting in educational demonstrations for the class or small groups.9. Remains current on district programs and best practices in the profession; may be required to Responsibilities: Oversees the needs of assigned student(s) under the direction of a certified educatorand under general coordinated supervision by the Principal and the Director of Educational Support attendance in accordance with established work Requirements: To perform this job successfully an individual must demonstrate a high degree ofinterpersonal and communication skills an acute attention to detail and demonstrated flexibility and and/or Experience: Associates Degree or sixty (60) or more college-level credits is required. One ormore years of successful experience in a school setting and work with special needs students is knowledge of disabilities laws teaching principles and methods and instructional programming : Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aidcertification is Skills: Demonstrated knowledge of English: meaning and spelling of words rules of composition andgrammar. The ability to read and interpret documents such as: safety rules operating and maintenanceinstructions procedure manuals and policies is required. Ability to write routine reports and to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals and groups is Skills: The ability to understand basic math concepts and applications. Must be able to calculatefigures and amounts such as percentages area circumference and Ability: Ability to assess situations define problems draw valid conclusions or solutions and implementdecisions. Ability to interpret instructions in various Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated knowledge in instructional strategies developmental learningcommunication strategies use of age-appropriate materials and specialized instructional techniques (vocationalskills social skills speech-language skills.) Knowledge of learning disabilities cognitive impairments autismspectrum disorders and communication impairments. Knowledge of special education teaching methods theoriesand laws. Good understanding of standard classroom operations and teaching methods; good ability to establishand maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oraland written form and demonstrated active listening and advocacy skills. Ability to plan organize and manage timeeffectively. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and Board policies. Knowledgeableof Microsoft Office products internet and email systems and mastery of the subject matter being ongoing commitment to workplace diversity sustainability and delivering exceptional Demands: The physical demands described here are typical of those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit stand kneel bend crouch stoopwalk run climb stairs in multi-level school environment and transverse school grounds. Ability to reach withhands grasp objects and finger keyboards and equipment is required. The employee is required to talk see andhear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include near far and peripheral vision and the ability to adjustfocus. The position requires meeting deadlines and interacting with others. The employee is responsible forassisting others in the safety well-being and monitoring work output of students. The incumbent is expected to lift40 pounds or more while assisting students. Possess the physical strength and stamina to safely restrain move orcarry a student or transport items. Possess strength and stamina to be able to remain in a seated or stationaryposition for up to 90 minutes at a time throughout the Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are typical of those an employee encounterswhile performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform the essential noise level in the work environment varies but is usually moderate. Outside the classroom and during someactivities the noise level will be moderate to loud. Occasionally there will be exposure to outside of Employment: Per the SBEA ESP Master AgreementEvaluation: According to the established evaluation cycleDate Approved: 5/18/16 JGThe information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustivelist of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additionalduties may be assigned. The Board reserves the right to waive the essential requirements contained in this job Description AcknowledgementI have received reviewed and fully understand the job description. I further understand that I am responsible for thesatisfactory execution of the essential functions described therein under any and all conditions as NameEmployee Signature Date