HS Special Education Paraprofessional - Walsh Academy - Niles 60714

About the Special Education ParaprofessionalTo assist students individually or in small groups in meeting course expectations and improving academic and vocational skills. Assist special education teachers by working with students to achieve state standards, IEP goals, and/or district graduation requirements. This work involves close interaction with staff, students, and parents/guardians, with primary emphasis on the implementation of specialized or vocational educational programs for each student. The Special Education Paraprofessional works under the direction of the special education teacher.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Assisting students in reviewing and completing assignments during class time;Implementing classroom procedures and reinforcing student’s positive behavior;Administering tests orally to students in both resource and classroom settings;Reinforcing organizational and note-taking skills;Grading materials for immediate feedback;Demonstrating the use of the computer for drill and remediation as well as homework and classroom assignments;Demonstration and supervising the use of the computer with IEP specified software programs that would support the completion of assignments for classes;Helping the student achieve his/her IEP goals;Implementing IEP accommodations as specified in the individual IEP;Reviewing materials and providing immediate feedback if specified in the IEP;Helping the student achieve his/her IEP goals by meeting benchmarks as scheduled;Helping organize and supervise off-campus and vocational programs for students;Actively participates and leads the classroom instruction in cooperation with certified staff;Actively mentors and facilitates classroom instruction delivered through the cooperative workgroup model;Previewing instructional materials and developing instructional plans;Acting as a liaison to communicate student progress to students’ parent/guardian;Offering suggestions to the classroom teacher and case manager for appropriate accommodations and modifications of student IEP;Compiling data to be given to the case manager for writing a Behavior Intervention Plan;Participates and contributes to in-service trainings and staff development opportunities and providing input and suggestions for future topics and directions;Assisting and monitoring when a student uses the restroom;Assisting and facilitating tutoring or one-on-one instructional time as required by student need;Assisting and/or facilitating crisis management up to and including physical restraints when appropriate;Other duties as assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Education/Experience:Must have a current Paraprofessional designation in accordance with requirements specified on ISBE Form 73—95 (5/04).Bachelor's Degree preferred. A minimum of 60 college credit hours required for Paraprofessional designation.MUST POSSESS A VALID ILLINOIS DRIVER'S LICENSEAnd be able to obtain a School Bus Driver’s Permit/Driver’s licenseInstructional and assessment skills with a focus on the special education populationMust be able to pass Faith's Law employment History ReviewHours - School day 7:30 am to 4:00 pmwith experience in crisis intervention and must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.Skills/Knowledge:Must possess a valid Illinois School Bus Driver’s Permit/Driver’s license;Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with Walsh Academy students, supervisors, coworkers, subordinates, support agencies, and a variety of internal as well as external consumers;Basic computer proficiency including working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;Adheres to the policies and procedures of Maryville Academy/Maryville Walsh Academy;Knowledge of Individualized Education Plan (IEP) eligibility, planning, instruction, and service delivery processes;Skill in organizing and prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines;Physical Demands:Required to frequently sit, stand, bend, stoop, walk and drive for extended periods; able to walk up and down stairs;Required to occasionally lift/move objects and/or youth weighing in excess of 40 pounds;Must possess the ability to provide physical restraint for students threatening to harm themselves or others;Must have the visual, hearing, and learning capabilities sufficient to perform the essential functions defined above;Must participate in physical education activities with the students and, if necessary physically interact (intervene) with students.Environment and Scheduling:Work is performed during school and vocational program days and hours;Work is performed in and in association with the Maryville Walsh Academy, hospital, and residential programs/settings as well as in an administrative office setting;Duties involve contact with students who may be verbally and physically threatening, aggressive, and suicidal and/or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

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