Job Description:

Location:  Race Brook School, 107 Granniss Road, Orange, CT

Start date:  As soon as possible

Hours:  32.5 hours per week (6.5 hours per day); follows school calendar

An associate's Degree or Para-Pro Certification (PRAXIS Test) is required
Experience implementing Discrete Trial Instruction (DTI) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) is highly preferred.

Roles/responsibilities/expectations include:
Providing instructional assistance under the direction of the classroom or resource room teacher, in one-to-one or small group settings
Learning and implementing behavioral support plans
Working with students who may be aggressive or disruptive in class
Provide behavioral support which may include physical management (training provided annually)
Supporting students’ social integration
Implementing Discrete Trial Instruction (DTI), as planned by the Special Education Teacher/Team
Collecting and charting data as instructed by an educational team
Supporting/monitoring/assisting student(s) during recess/lunch, if necessary
Supporting/monitoring/assisting student(s) during sensory break(s) or other break/reinforcement periods
Communicating student needs and progress with classroom and resource teacher
Maintaining strict confidentiality in regard to all aspects of student program, progress, etc.
Providing instructional and/or behavioral support for students in the general education setting
Riding the van/bus to monitor special education safety needs, if necessary
Assisting students with self-care needs (e.g., potty training, toothbrushing), if needed
Additional responsibilities as assigned

Salary: $16.35/hour paid bi-weekly. Rate subject to increase after day 20.

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