Educational Paraprofessional

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

Under direct supervision, the Educational Paraprofessional provides assistance in the education, care, and development of students with severe disabilities. Employees in this classification perform instructional, clerical, and behavioral management duties.

What You Will Do

Provides instructional, behavioral and developmental assistance to students with severe disabilities; applies basic practices of positive behavioral supports; assists in the teaching of problem solving skills; and assists with behavior interventions.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, and a minimum of two years working with exceptional needs school age children. They will also have stress management skills, ability to fulfill the dexterity and physical requirements of the work, and effectively attend to special needs.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum of two years working with exceptional needs school age children
  • Stress management skills
  • Ability to fulfill the dexterity and physical requirements of the work
  • Effective attendance to special needs
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