Job Description:

BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Under the direct supervision of a special education, the paraeducator supports students to participate in their educational program.

Essential Functions

All Paraeducators
    Assist in the implementation of the Norwalk Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations, and directives
    Follow Norwalk school policy to ensure student safety
    Follow the teacher’s oral or written directions with accuracy
    Assist the teacher with the implementation of classroom instructional goals and Section 504 plans
    Assist students with classwork individually or in small groups
    Assist the teacher in maintaining student records of attendance
    Assist the teacher with documentation of student progress
    Assist the teacher with the preparation and distribution of lesson plan materials
    Encourage students to interact appropriately with peers
    Assist students during recess, breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, on school buses and field trips
    Assist and support students to use computers, iPads or other media to access curriculum
    Maintain respect at all times for confidential information

 
Special Education Paraeducators
    Perform all responsibilities listed above for all paraeducators and
    Follow teacher’s oral or written directions to assist in the implementation of Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals
    Assist the teacher with the implementation of a toilet schedule and program, and/or feeding program
    Provide escort and mobility assistance to students
    Assist and support students during community-based activities including, but not limited to job coach activities
    Assist and support students to develop independent living skills including hygiene, transportation, self-management, food preparation and/or feeding
    Implement behavioral programs developed by teacher
    Data collection of student learning activity as developed by the teacher
    Provide teacher information for progress monitoring and/or daily reports for the teacher to share with parents

 
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
    Effective, active listening skills
    Ability to record data with accuracy
    Ability to work effectively with others
    Ability to implement teacher directives related to instructional and behavioral goals effectively
    Organizational and problem-solving skills

 
Other Duties and Responsibilities
    Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, parents, and visitors
    Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
    Maintain a level of approachability by administration, staff, parents, and visitors
    Respond to questions and requests in a timely and appropriate manner
    Attend meetings and professional development activities as recommended by the teacher, supervisor, Principal, or ELL Instructional Specialist
    Perform other related duties as assigned by the teacher, Principal, Special Education Supervisor, or ELL Instructional Specialist

 
Qualifications/Certificates
    High School diploma or equivalency and ParaPro Certificate
    Bachelor’s Degree, Preferred
    Associate’s Degree in education or related field or ParaPro Certificate or two (2) years of college required
    Two (2) years of experience working with children or young adults in a school setting, preferred
    For Special Education Paraeducators—specific experience working with students with high management needs is preferred
    May require fluency in Spanish
    Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate

Days: Monday – Friday (27.5 hours weekly/schedule determined by Principal)

Salary: In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement
Group: One
Bargaining Unit: NFEP
Work year: August - June  (10 Months/40 weeks)
Benefits: Limited Available 

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www.norwalkps.org/applynow
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