Paraeducator - Alternative Program
- Employer
- Burlington Public Schools
- Location
- Burlington, VT, US
- Salary
- Per Hour
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- Job Category
- Support Staff, Paraprofessional
Job Details
SCOPE OF WORK:
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students in the alternative program setting; assist students with meeting the goals and objectives of their Individualized Education Plan (IEP), behavioral plan, social emotions goals, independent living skills and/or employability needs; attend to the physical and health needs of students; monitor and report student progress regarding educational performance or behavior; support in student classroom management, and perform a variety of clerical and supportive duties related to classroom activities and academics.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Support the developmental growth of each child:
- Facilitate student engagement in academic, behavioral, and social-emotional activities by providing guided access to school-related activities, behavioral cues, and academic tasks.
- Use motivation/positive behavior management technique
- Understand adolescents, their behaviors and motivation: especially related to mental health needs, social-emotional learning, and trauma-informed interventions and practices.
2. Work Collaboratively with Teaching Team by:
- Designing, implementing, and following the IEP Objectives and Behavior Plans
- Using methods, materials, and supporters as prescribed by the teaching team
- Assist professional staff in supervising students across environments
- Assist professional staff in the maintenance and operation of classrooms by prepping materials and classroom for daily activities
- Participate in scheduled Paraeducator in-service and trainings
- Assist professional staff with the collation, collating, and recording of data
- Perform other tasks and duties as appropriate and/or assigned
3. Maintain Professionalism:
- Accept constructive feedback and suggestions from the teaching team and use the information to enhance/improve one's work with children
- Maintain a positive attitude and working relationship with both students and colleagues.
- Effectively handle stress and stressful situations at work
- Seek and ask for help if needed
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality in accordance with Federal Law (FERPA)
- Maintain a respectful demeanor with co-workers, parents, guardians and students
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Minimum Required: At least two years of post-secondary education or successful completion of the Praxis exam.
- Preferred: Coursework in Early Childhood or related field (i.e. psychology, education, human development, etc.); Associate or Bachelor's degree.
Experience:
- Minimum Required: Experience working with children aged birth to 6 preferred but not required.
- Preferred: Experience working with children that have special needs. Qualifications include but not limited to: high school diploma plus at least 2 years additional education; minimum of two years experience in education or related field; ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with students, parents, and school staff.
SALARY:
As per the Master Agreement between the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and the Paraeducators of the Burlington School District.
Primary Location:
ONTOP
Salary Range:
Per Hour
Shift Type:
Full-Time
Company
The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: "Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.” Located in Burlington, Vermont. The District has a vibrant, picturesque, culturally diverse community on Lake Champlain. With our excellent school system, parks, and local ski mountains within an hour’s drive, it is not surprising that Burlington routinely finds itself on the “best places in the country to raise children” lists.
- Website
- https://www.bsdvt.org/
- Telephone
- 802-865-5332
- Location
-
150 Colchester Avenue
Burlington
VT
05401
United States
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