Position Summary
The job of an Individual Aide/ Paraprofessional is to provide support to the instructional program with specific responsibility in assisting in the supervision, care, and instruction of students with special needs; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior; and providing information to appropriate school personnel
Assessment
- Assists teacher in maintaining an objective, ongoing assessment of learner progress
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Assists in assessing student progress with behavior management system
Management
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Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and meeting IEP goals.
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Implements established behavior management system
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Assists in maintaining routine classroom procedures and preparation of materials as assigned
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Assists in maintaining safety and general welfare of assigned students
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Maintains confidentiality of student performances and records as prescribed by State and Federal law and ACES policy and procedures
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Charts and maintains student progress via collection of behavioral, vocational, and educational data
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Keeps current all required forms and documents
Communication
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Cooperates with all ACES personnel and consultants who provide input or services to students
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Communicates effectively with students and colleagues
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Communicates with supervising instructional staff, and a variety of health care professionals, and professional support personnel for the purpose of communicating progress or implementing IEP objectives.
Knowledge
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Maintains a current knowledge of each student’s special circumstances and needs as appropriate to the activity
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Knowledge and ability to maintain safety of self, staff, and students by participating and maintaining approved physical and psychological management techniques
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Actively participates in ongoing professional development opportunities
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
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Participates in trainings for the purpose of providing or receiving information and updating skills
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Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the program
SKILLS REQUIRED:
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Regular attendance and punctuality
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Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in all situations and must be able to withhold confidential information
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Ability to work well with all levels of internal management, staff, and students as well as parents/guardians
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Ability to respond to changing situations in the workplace and exhibit flexibility
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Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently under varying deadlines and adapt to changing work priorities
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Ability to work effectively as part of a team and with frequent interruptions
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Ability to set work priorities, take initiative, and work efficiently under minimum supervision
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Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and the use of proper grammar and punctuation to write routine reports and correspondence
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Ability to operate standard office equipment including using pertinent job-related software applications and preparing and maintaining accurate records
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Ability to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative in dealing with students, faculty, and parents/guardians
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Ability to communicate with diverse groups
