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    Paraprofessional - EL - Chicopee, United States - Chicopee School District

    Chicopee School District
    Chicopee School District Chicopee, United States

    1 month ago

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    TITLE:
    Paraprofessional - General Education - Middle/High School


    TYPE:
    Unit E Collective Bargaining Agreement


    SALARY:
    Per Unit E Collective Bargaining Agreement


    REPORTS TO:
    Building Principal and Classroom Teacher


    OBJECTIVE:

    The primary function of a paraprofessional is to perform duties as assigned by the classroom teacher in the deliver the district curriculum in multiple ways that increase student learning and achievement.


    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

    Under the direction of the classroom teacher, support student instruction in academic, social, and motor skills through the delivery and assessment of the district curriculum.

    This may include, but is not limited to, the following duties:

    Work with small groups of students, administer, correct and communicate basic analyze of student assessments, utilize the conclusions derived from assessment analysis in subsequent instruction
    Instruct students on rules of conduct and expected behaviors
    Bring academic, social and motor issues to the attention of the classroom teacher
    May update parents or guardians of their students academic performance and behavior
    Support class objectives and outlines that align with the district approved curriculum
    Maintain records, attendance and assessments as required by the classroom teacher
    Assist in preparation of classroom materials
    Assist in the deliver of differentiated instruction in an appropriate manner consistent with district curriculum
    Provide timely feedback to the classroom teacher regarding student progress in academic, social and motor skills
    Assist students with activities of daily living
    Work independently by appropriately using the directions given by the classroom teacher
    Demonstrate the dependability, time management, as well as the receptive and expressive communication skills, to effectively perform the assignment.
    Build on strengths and act on suggestions in areas needing improvement.
    Possess the ability to be flexible and adapt quickly to new situations and an ever-changing educational environment
    Demonstrate sound judgment.
    Maintain effective, professional working relationship with others (e.g., paraprofessionals, teachers, staff, parents, guardians, administrators, etc).
    Resolve conflict well, and seek assistance when appropriate-Under the direction of the classroom teacher, strive to maintain a learning environment that is both physically and emotionally safe

    As appropriate, assist in the communication and enforcement of federal and state laws and regulations, as well as district policies and procedures.

    Other duties as assigned by the principal, school administration or superintendent of schools.
    School/Community RelationsRespect students, parents, guardians and community.
    Respect and embrace students of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
    OperationsAssist in the protection of students and property.
    Assist the classroom teacher in fire and other emergency drills.
    Assist the classroom teacher in the management of students (e.g. dismissal, field trips, etc.)
    ProfessionalMaintain a high level of personal integrity, confidentiality and a strong work ethic.
    Practice discretion and maintains confidentiality.
    Participate in professional development as assigned.
    REQUIRED MINIMUM OUALIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma required, as well as additional college level coursework. Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred
    Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
    Previous experience preferred
    Must be trained or willing to be trained by the Chicopee Public schools in the knowledge and performance areas identified for the specific assignment (e.g., Responsive Classroom Techniques, Implementation of a Student Behavior Plan, Use of a communication Board, Physical Restraint and Verbal De-escalation Techniques)

    ADA and Minimum Qualifications to Perform Essential Job FUncations

    Physical Requirements:

    Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including, but not limited to: computers, copiers, adding machines, etc.

    Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

    Must be able to stand, crouch and bend over for a long period of time at intervals throughout the day.


    Data Conception:

    Requires the ability to compare and/orjudge the readily observable, functional, structural or composite characteristics (whether similar or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.


    Interpersonal Communication:
    Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving instructions, assignments or directions to subordinates or assistants.

    Language Ability:

    Requires the ability to read a variety of correspondence including, but not limited to: reports, forms, newsletters, schedules, manuals, invoices, requisitions, menus, recipes, journals, etc.

    Requires the ability to prepare correspondence, reports, forms, evaluations, procedures, charts, surveys, articles, bid specifications, brochures, news releases, handbooks, budgets, etc., using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and styte.

    Requires the ability to speak before groups of people with ooise. voice control and confidence.

    Intelligence:

    Requires the ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; to interpret an extensive variety of instructions in mathematical or diagrammatic form; and to deal with several abstract and concrete variables.


    Verbal Aptitude:
    Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions.

    Must be able to understand and communicate in a variety of technical or professional languages including medical, legal, accounting and marketing terminology.


    Numerical Aptitude:

    Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; to add and subtract; multiply and divide; utilize decimals and percentages; and to apply the principles of basic mathematics, algebra and geometry.


    Form/Spatial Aptitude:
    Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape.

    Motor Coordination:

    Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using office equipment and assisting students in activities of daily living.


    Manual Dexterity:
    Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as office equipment and hand tools. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

    Interpersonal:
    Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations.

    Physical Communication:
    Requires the ability to talk and hear: (Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words


    Hearing:
    perceiving nature of sounds by ear.) Must be able to communicate via telephone. Must be able to use communication boards and devices to communicate with students as required.

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