Paraeducator: Special Education - Anne Arundel County, MD, United States - Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Anne Arundel County Public Schools

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Anne Arundel County, MD, United States

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ParaEducator: Special Education
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JOB SUMMARY

Assists teachers in caring for the instructional and physical needs of students with disabilities; including those with physical, cognitive and/or emotional disabilities. Performs instructional tasks as outlined by professional staff based upon student Individual Educational Programs (IEPs) and delivery of the curriculum, and alternate curriculum standards, recognizing the critical role differentiated instruction and educational environments play in enabling all learners to gain knowledge, skills, and an enthusiasm for learning. Assists in individual and group activities, reinforcing instruction, motivating students, facilitating classroom management and working closely with teachers and other service providers on behalf of students to support the delivery of specially designed instruction at the Pre-K, elementary and/or secondary grade levels. Must be able to perform any and all listed duties independently which may vary based upon assignment. The ParaEducator's role is to ultimately assist teachers by performing a variety of tasks that promote accelerated student achievement and well-being.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
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Implements instructional plans and activities as designated by the teacher, service provider and/or job coach, including demonstration of tasks/skills, and reinforcement engagement.

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Works with student(s) in reading, literacy tasks, computations, writing, project learning activities, and other modified curriculum tasks.

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Demonstrates an understanding of the alternate curriculum standards in assigned classroom(s) and its alignment to the Essential Elements and the Alternate Assessment for ELA, Math and Science.

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Uses appropriate teaching aids and technologies to promote student access and learning.

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Employs awareness of different learning strategies to adapt them to maximize the student's experience.

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Recognizes the role of collaborative planning/trans-disciplinary services and supports effectiveness by contributing to discussions when appropriate and supporting an instructional match/development of an enriching learning environment for students.

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Demonstrates patience while working with students, motivating active engagement and encouraging task completion. This includes employing motivational techniques and strategies, implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), redirecting, monitoring learning behaviors and supporting student independence/resiliency.

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Monitors students engaged in independent work or similar activities while the teacher is otherwise occupied.

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Observes and gathers assessment data on student(s). Confers/discusses data trends/progress with teachers and other professional staff, alerting to individual student needs as appropriate.

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Assists in formulating and conducting classroom activities including carrying out planned instructional activities, preparing materials, and setting up equipment.

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Assists/guides students as they transition/travel throughout school buildings/community based instruction.

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Assists in behavioral management/discipline of students; including crisis intervention as necessary.

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Under supervision, complies with medical protocols; including feeding/swallowing and appropriate response to medically-based (seizures) events and/or health and well-being situations.

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Assists with student entrance/exit, and traveling (navigation of school/community based setting based on schedule); including the supervision of students in both instructional and non-instructional settings.

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Helps and/or provides instructional guidance on independent manipulation of outdoor attire, shoes, personal grooming, self-help, etc.

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Adjusts braces, walkers, and/or wheelchairs as needed.

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Assists non-ambulatory students and/or students with disabilities who are not independent with bodily functions to include toileting, bathroom care and/or diapering.

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Engages in open communication regarding student expectation and ability to achieve those expectations.

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Adjusts student tasks and/or activities to meet the changes in the service/production needs of the employer/sponsoring organization and/or when evident the student meets /exceeds requirements. Immediately communicates adjustments to supervisor/job coach.

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Performs a variety of tasks such as collating, supporting instructional modifications (curriculum or academic achievement standard), correcting work samples, inventorying, requisitioning materials, maintaining files, keeping daily records on attendance, and collecting data on student performance and functioning.

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Engages in professional development opportunities to learn new skills and gain knowledge, including those provided on the job.

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- **Maintains knowledge of appropriate policies and p