Paraprofessional ages 6-21 (Child Specific)
On-site · Saint Amant, Louisiana, United States
Job Summary
Paraprofessional assists the Special Education Teacher in meeting IEP goals; supports instructional activities, small group/individual tutoring, and data collection while performing required PCA-like duties. Role involves physical tasks including lifting/carrying/transferring students (up to ~50 pounds), toileting/hygiene procedures, medical/health-related duties (e.g., CPR/Non-Complex Health Procedures, medication administration, glucose checks, ostomy care), and classroom support under supervision. Requires passing physical exam and mandatory training (Instructional Strategies/Techniques, CPR, CPI, Ethics, ADA requirements, Safe handling of medically related student needs). Works to support educational process, attendance, PBIS adherence, and communication with teachers and administrators. 7.5 hours per day, 180 days; at-will employment with probationary period; non-exempt status.
Required Qualifications
- Pass the ETS Para-Pro Assessment – Score 450; or
- Completed two (2) years (48 semester credit hours) from state-approved or regionally accredited institution of higher education; Within the forty-eight semester hours, the paraprofessional must complete a total of 15 hours of general education requirements that include English Composition (3), English/Reading (6), and Mathematics (6). For the remaining 33 hours of coursework, acceptance of credit for a course shown on a transcript from an approved higher education institution is left to school district discretion in addressing the needs of the specific job. Discipline-specific electives may include as many as 12 hours of developmental (remedial) course; or
- Earned an Associate’s Degree from a state-approved or regionally accredited institution of higher education.
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