Substitute Paraprofessional/Teacher Aide

TITLE: Substitute Paraprofessional/Teacher Assistant/Teacher Aide
DEPARTMENT: Special Education
REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education
SUPERVISES: N/A

PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The position of Substitute Paraprofessional/Teacher Aide has been established for the purpose of maintaining the appropriate classroom environment so that students may learn effectively when permanent paraprofessionals are absent.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reinforces instructional and behavior objectives of classroom teacher.
• Work with and assist students in small groups or 1:1.
• Escort or supervise students in hallways, locker rooms and lunchrooms.
• Assist in taking students to and from the bus, including handling wheelchairs, as necessary.
• Assist students in the bathroom, with transfers, change their diapers, and other personal hygiene as needed.
• Makes copies of materials for class.
• Advise secretary and teacher of absences.
• Notify teacher/supervisor of student and staff concerns.
• Model appropriate behavior.
• Assist with general paperwork and clerical tasks.
• Assist with correcting/grading papers.
• Know pertinent school classroom policies and procedures
• Observe policy of confidentiality regarding knowledge of students.
• Adhere to schedule and meet program needs.
• Assist with modifying and implementing accommodations for students.
• Assist with behavior management.
• Conduct testing and assessment as requested.
• Coordinate Special Education semester exam accommodation schedule.
• Perform other appropriate teacher assistant responsibilities

• QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
• Must have ISBE Highly Qualified Status

• High school degree or equivalent

• Strong communication skills: verbal and written

• Confidentiality

• Good organizational skills

• Able to work without supervision

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer and office equipment, including, but not limited to, the telephone, fax machine, and copier.

2. Generally the job requires a lifting ability of 70 lbs.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a 9.5 month contract position with salary and benefits determined by Board of Education.