Job Description:

POSITION: Paraprofessional

SCHOOL: Amity Middle School-Bethany Campus (Spartan Prep)

STARTING DATE: ASAP

SALARY/BENEFITS: In accordance with the Paraprofessional Contract

REQUIREMENTS: Associate's Degree or Successful Completion of Parapro Assessment

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Sensitive and mature individual
• Demonstrate understanding and ability to work with individuals with disabilities
• Demonstrate a patient and positive attitude
• Confident in ability to handle situations of an emergency or unpredictable nature
• Able to work in a variety of environments
• Work cooperatively and respectfully with all members of the team and community
• Communicate in an effective manner with all members of the team and community

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The requirements of this job will require the Paraprofessional to work alongside the students; therefore the Paraprofessional must be able to physically perform all the same tasks as required of the student which may include but will not be limited to:

• Lifting
• Bending
• Climbing Stairs
• Kneeling
• Walking Distances
• Sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time
• Navigating tight areas