Role OverviewThe Special Education Paraprofessional will serve as a support to the classroom teacher in providing educational opportunities for each student. The paraprofessional will assist with various tasks such as providing support to students in resource, self-contained and/or regular classroom settings, assisting with student assessment, grading work and tests, and conducting small group or individual classroom activities based on lesson plans developed by the teacher.
What You Will Do
The paraprofessional will use instructional strategies and techniques as prescribed by the appropriate personnel to support learning, assist with routine recordkeeping, assist with preparation of materials for instruction, locate and operate equipment, and assist with classroom housekeeping.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will possess a strong ability to work with students, follow instructions, and maintain valid and appropriate licenses, certificates, and/or credentials. The candidate will also be able to participate in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to the assignment.
Requirements
- Associate or Bachelor’s Degree
- Certification as mandated by the Professional Standards Commission
- Passing of the GACE Ethics Assessment and GACE Paraprofessional Assessment
Benefits
- TRS (Teacher Retirement System)
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