Educational Paraprofessional

Orange County Public Schools
Orlando, FL
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

Under direct supervision, the purpose of the position is to provide assistance in the education, care, and development of students with severe disabilities. Employees in this classification perform instructional, clerical, and behavioral management duties. Work is performed under the direction of a certified teacher, guidance counselor, or administrator.

What You Will Do

Provides instructional, behavioral and developmental assistance to students with severe disabilities as directed by the supervising teacher or other certified professional.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Requires the ability to assist persons by action or interaction in carrying out specialized therapeutic or physical care plans and procedures.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum of two (2) years working with exceptional needs school age children (Pre-K thru 12)
  • Stress management skills
  • Ability to fulfill the dexterity and physical requirements of the work, and effectively attend to special needs

Benefits

  • Higher hourly rate for candidates with a passing score on the Para Assessment or an Associate's degree or 60 completed semester credits
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