About this role
Special Education Paraprofessional Description Summary Tipton school district is seeking a paraprofessional to provide support for special education teachers and students. Paraprofessionals are responsible for assisting teachers with the implementation of instruction and assisting students. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities An individual who holds this position is required to: Provide support for instruction to students Assist in the teacher in the implementation of a classroom disciplinary plan Participate in building, grade level, and subject area committees Participate in professional development activities Complete and submit forms and required reports in a timely manner Assist the teacher in communicating regularly with parents regarding progress and other educational concerns Participate as a member of an IEP team, 504 team or other student assistance teams as requested Assist in the Implementation of special educational plans such as 504 plans, individual educational programs, and individual health plans Report suspected abuse, neglect, discrimination, and harassments as directed by Board policy Supervisory Duties Supervise students at all times Qualifications Education Minimum: 60 hours college Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid Missouri Substitute Certificate Skills and Abilities Language An individual who holds this position must have the ability to: Read and understand board policy, administrative procedures and forms and governmental regulations and guidance as applicable or conveyed by the supervising teacher Complete forms and engage in written correspondence Present information to students when requested and effectively and respond to questions Computation An individual who holds this position must have the ability to: Work with basic mathematical concepts Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations Reasoning An individual who holds this position must have the ability to: Solve a variety of problems in many different situations Interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form