Job Description:

Location: Peck Place School

Qualifications:

Strong work ethic

Strong communication skills

Oral and/or written references from colleagues and/or supervisors testifying to the candidate’s qualifications

A passing grade on the ParaPro Exam or Associate's Degree 
Experience implementing Discrete Trial Instruction (DTI) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) is highly preferred.

Requirements:
It is essential that instructional paraprofessionals have demonstrated experiences:
working with children (preferably in an educational setting)
following lesson plans and instructional objectives
connecting with students
facilitating learning
collaborating with colleagues (preferably in an educational setting)
adhering to student privacy and confidentiality policies
learning new techniques with flexibility

 
Responsibilities:
 
Under the direction and supervision of the classroom and/or special education teacher, a paraprofessional will:
 
Provide instructional assistance under the direction of the classroom or resource room teacher, in one-to-one or small group settings
Learn and implement behavioral support plans

Work with students who may be aggressive or disruptive in class

Provide behavioral support which may include physical management (training provided annually)

Support students’ social integration

Implementing Discrete Trial Instruction (DTI), as planned by the Special Education Teacher/Team

Collect and chart data as instructed by an educational team

Support/monitor/assist student(s) during recess/lunch, if necessary

Support/monitor/assist student(s) during sensory break(s) or other break/reinforcement periods

Communicate student needs and progress with classroom and resource teacher

Maintain strict confidentiality in regard to all aspects of student program, progress, etc.

Provide instructional and/or behavioral support for students in the general education setting

Ride the van/bus to monitor special education safety needs, if necessary

Assist students with self-care needs, (e.g., potty training, toothbrushing), if needed

Additional responsibilities as assigned
engage in duties such as, but not limited to, lunch, recess, arrival, and dismissal duties

Term/Duration: This position is for the 2024/25 school year. Workdays follow the Orange Public Schools Student Calendar, therefore work is available on school days and days per contract agreement for 6.5 hours a day and 32 hours per week.

Salary: Follows Union Contract. NOTE: A stipend may be offered to the successful candidate who is a BCaBA (Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst)

Application Process: To complete an online application. Go to www.oess.org. 
Select “Departments” 
Select “Employment”
Please upload a cover letter, a resume, and reference letters with your online application.
Once your application has been submitted, it will be reviewed.