Job Description

Terms of Employment:10 Months/Year Benefits Type:Benefited - Regular Full-Time Reports To:Building Principal Salary:Commensurate with the Brandywine School District's Paraeducator Salary ScheduleTo Apply: Click "Apply" designated near the Job ID on the main employment web page for complete application instructions.
Job Goal: Responsible for providing assistance to special education student(s) in attainment of Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives. The paraeducator works with and at the direction of ESP special education teachers and the Emotional Support Therapist. The paraeducator will provide support in the implementation of Behavior Support Plans and all other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

1. Paraeducator permit required:
2. Completed at least two years of study at an institution or higher learning*; OR
3. Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree; OR
4. Demonstrated, through a state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing and mathematics.
5. Cooperative attitude and superior work ethic for performing a team-oriented workplace.
6. Positive experience in working with children.
7. High level of computer knowledge may be required (computer test may be administered).

*The Department of Education defines "two years of study" as the successful completion of 60 semester hours of college coursework at an accredited institution of higher learning, ideally in the general and educational studies, including reading, writing, and mathematics, content and pedagogy.

Essential Functions:

1. Assists in a variety of instructional and related activities with an individual or groups of students as assigned by the teacher.
2. Assists the teacher in establishing and maintaining a classroom environment conducive to learning.
3. Assists in the supervision and monitoring of students through assigned duties, i.e. hallways, lunchroom, and bus duty: ensures appropriate conduct during these periods.
4. Participates in staff and aide meetings.
5. Assists student(s) with disabilities in meeting their physical needs in order to benefit from the educational program. Responsibilities include, for example, lifting, toileting, positioning, transferring and feeding.
6. Monitors activities and behavior of children to ensure their physical and environmental safe keeping, as well as adherence to appropriate conduct and disciplinary controls.
7. Assists teachers in checking and objectively evaluating progress; teaches children individually and in small groups reinforcing skills based upon instructional guidelines.
8. Acts as a positive role model for students through appropriate action and dress.
9. Performs related duties as directed.
10. Maintain acceptable attendance record.