Special Education Paraprofessional (26-27)

JOB DESCRIPTION:
About The Role: Every member of the Team & Family at KIPP Texas Public Schools plays a critical role in ensuring our students have the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose - college career and beyond. Our educators are passionate advocates for their students and their families working tirelessly to ensure that our students have access to our classrooms and across the KIPP family we embrace honor and celebrate our differences across several characteristics that construct our unique identities in our little and big KIPPsters. We are especially committed to attracting and developing individuals who share the life experiences of our students because we believe the best work we do is grounded in the realities and experiences of our families and KIPPsters.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with students in instructional and classroom activities at the direction of the special education and/or general education teacher
Assist with direct academic functional and/or specifically designed instructional or physical activities
Tutor individual students and help them prepare assignments or explain material they do not understand
Supervise and accompany special education students to the office bus classroom cafeteria etc.
Communicate regularly with classroom teacher and parents regarding students needs and progress
Some positions may require the employee to be able to restrain hold lift apply physical management techniques and crisis intervention techniques for students demonstrating severely disruptive behavior or
aggressive outbursts
Provide direct support in developing and maintaining essential daily living self-care skills and/or mobility
needs as outlined in their individualized plans (e.g. IEP or care plan)
Provide clerical support to teachers which may include but is not limited to creating photocopies preparing materials etc.
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Education and Experience:
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) that LEAs continue to ensure that instructional aides performing instructional duties on a Title I Part A School-wide served campus or those that have at least part of their salary paid for by Title I Part A on a
Targeted Assistance campus meet the Instructional Aides Highly Qualified requirements. Highly Qualified Instructional Aide must have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent and meet one of the following requirements:
Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (defined as completion of 48 semester hours or equivalent trimester hours) of college coursework or an applicable number of semester hours as defined by the institution of higher education attended whichever is less.
Possess an associates (or higher) degree; or
Meet a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate through a formal state or local academic assessment

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

COMPETENCY AND SKILLS:
Unwavering commitment to the KIPP Texas mission core values and willingness to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Texas students families and staff
Bilingual; English & Spanish required
Sense of humility customer service mindset and shows urgency and the ability to proactively solve problems and make decisions quickly
Strong communication and time management skills; ability to effectively backwards plan juggle multiple priorities with great attention to detail and deliver consistent and timely results
Team player with strong interpersonal and stakeholder management and relationship building skills
Ability to be calm under pressure especially in difficult conversations with parents and staff
Desire to continuously learn and evolve as a professional

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school throughout the workday.
The candidate is expected to attend conferences meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region.

Additional Requirements:
Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Work with frequent interruptions.

Work Environment:
Reports to school site Monday-Friday.
Typical school environment with frequent interruptions.

Travel Requirements:
Minimal travel; may travel to other school sites or regional offices for professional learning or meetings.

Additional Information :

What We Bring to the Table:
Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families.
Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies.
Paid family leave.
Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.
Employee assistance programs.
KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans LifeLock identity protection life insurance and disability insurance.

EEO:
KIPP Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP Texas ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race creed gender color national origin religion age sexual orientation or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Talent Team.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job duties. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures providing documents in an alternate format using a sign language interpreter or using specialized equipment.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time