Paraprofessional

Schedule will follow the student school calendar.

Benefits: Please reach out to Human Resources for additional information

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education: Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Excellent organizational and student supervision skills.
3. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
4. Ability and desire to work with students with disabilities.
5. CPR certification recommended.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Include but are not limited to)

1. Works with individual or small groups of students as directed by the teacher in the following academicareas: math reading language writing spelling social studies art music PE etc.
2. Works with individual or small groups of students with non-teaching activities: supervision of breakslunchroom errands chores field trips community access activities self-care needs and independentliving skills as directed classroom teachers.
3. Assists students in daily living activities as outlined on the IEP which may include changing diapers assisting with bathroom needs feeding and performing health care procedures delegated to non-medical staff.
4. Assists the teacher with behavioral intervention procedures as requested.
5. Assists the teacher in the development and organization of appropriate learning materials and activities.
6. Assists the teacher in developing learning centers games etc.
7. Assists the teacher in maintaining the physical appearance and order of the classroom supply roomand material storage center.
8. Prepares written communications (i.e. notes home messages to other staff notice of meetings newsletter etc.) under the direction and approval of teachers.
9. Assists certified staff in preparation of written reports/forms (i.e. IEP progress reports inventoriesrequisitions etc.) as requested by the teachers.
10. Maintains student information forms or data sheets.
11. Reproduces and files curriculum materials reports etc. as requested and approved by teachers.
12. Performs other duties assigned by thePrincipalor Director of Special Education.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (Intellectual Sensory)

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Good computer knowledge typing and time management skills.

Ability to accept responsibility and deal with parents and teacher needs.

Ability to interact with many grade levels teachers and principals.

Ability to deal with unexpected schedule changes (i.e. stress related to job sites etc.)

Handles decision-making and stress appropriately and professionally.

Respects confidential information appropriately.

Knowledge of and compliance with classroom/building policies and procedures.

Ability to lift and assist students with necessary needs.

Ability to work well with children adults and community members.

At Will Employment: Employment with the North Platte Public School district is not for any period of time and employment may be terminated at any time at the convenience of the terminating party with or without cause and with or without notice. Employment with the school district is not governed by any express or implied contract of employment.

It is the policy of the North Platte Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race color religion nationalor ethnicorigin sex ageveteran status marital status disability pregnancychildbirth or related medical condition genetic information or other protected conditions in its educational programs activities or employment policies. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Director of Human Resources.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The North Platte Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination. This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination.

The North Platte Public School District does not discriminate on the basis ofsex disability race (including skin color hair texture and protective hairstyles) color religion veteran status national orethnic origin age marital status pregnancy childbirthor related medical condition sexual orientation or gender identityor other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX

Kevin Mills Director of Human Resources

North Platte Public Schools

301 West F Street

North Platte NE 69101

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority