Paraeducator, Regional School District 17


Position:
Paraeducator

Job ID:
6175

County:
LEARN


Posted:
October 17, 2024




Contact Information:
Regional School District 17
57 Little City Rd
Higganum, CT 06441
District Website

Contact:
Jennifer Frese-Miller
Phone: 8603454534
Fax:
District Email


Job Description:

The job description is illustrative and not a complete itemization of all duties and responsibilities.

  • Ensure the safety of students

  • Maintain the strictest confidence concerning personnel, students, and operational concerns

  • Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation

  • Report all cases of suspected child abuse to appropriate school personnel and proper government authority

  • Assist students with physical and/or educational needs both individually and in small groups

  • Collaborate with classroom teacher about students’ needs and requirements, including IEP or 504 goals and accommodations

  • Assist students with classwork

  • Assist with recess, supervision, restroom breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, field trips, etc.

  • Provide assistance to the classroom teacher, special education teacher, or related services

  • Provide escort and mobility assistance to the student(s) when necessary

  • Provide self-care, toileting, and feeding assistance to students as necessary

  • Collect academic and behavioral data

  • Interact positively with staff, students, and parents

  • Attend meetings and in-services as required

  •  Serve as a role model for students and staff
  • Prepare materials for class projects
  • De-escalate students and situations utilizing positive behavior supports
  • Model and reinforce social skills and emotional regulation skills

  • Maintain a level of approachability by administration and staff
  • Perform other duties as assigned by certified staff, Principal, and/or other Administrators


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