Paraprofessional - Mountainside, United States - Bancroft

Bancroft

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Mountainside, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Overview:

For over 50 years, Kohler Academy, A Bancroft School has excelled at providing a high quality education and excellent therapeutic services to exceptional students with very special needs in a safe and nurturing environment.

The Kohler Academy team, our students and their families make up our community of learners whose priority and focus is helping each student reach their full potential as they ultimately transition to life beyond high school.

We are looking for Instructional Paraprofessionals to join our dynamic team, to work alongside the special education teacher in the management and organization of a classroom.

They will provide positive guidance for students, attending to their physical needs as well as academics and emotional wellbeing. They will also provide much-needed support during instruction time. We are looking for dynamic individuals who enjoy interacting with students with disabilities and supporting therapists and educators.

Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

Provides assistance and support to the Teacher in the planning and implementation of classroom instruction to specifically meet the educational needs of the assigned student.

Provides encouragement and support to the student to contribute to the best possible educational experience.

Essential Responsibilities:

Under the direction of Teacher(s) and following regulations defined by the N.J. Department of Education (DOE) and Core Curriculum Content Standards, N.J.

Department of Vocational Education, established procedureswithin the Schools and applicable state/local/federal regulations, assists in the planning and implementation ofclassroom instruction within an assigned area of functional, developmental, vocational, and/or transitional curriculum in elementary or secondary education in accordance with the Individual Education Plan (IEP):

Provides assistance to Teacher in planning classroom curriculum and implements plans to meet the physical, emotional, and educational needs of the assigned student;

Provides assistance to Teacher for the assessment of an assigned student's abilities and capabilities;aids in the development and implementation of lesson plans and activities that are individual-specific, meet the learning needs of each student, encourage increased skills, and address specific IEP goals;

Assists Teacher in establishing and maintaining a classroom environment conducive to maximum academic

and social learning by maintaining order and guiding each student to socially appropriate behavior;

Assists Teacher in the proper utilization of classroom equipment and materials. Makes

recommendations to Teacher regarding the purchase and usage of new supplies and curriculum
materials;

Under direction of Teacher, observes and tracks student behavior, gathers behavioral data, performs

calculations, and creates graphic illustrations for review by Teachers, clinical-specific staff, etc, to identify and monitor student proficiency and performance levels, to support modifications to current educational program;

Provides ongoing assistance to Teacher in the management of individual behavior of students to create and maintain a safe and secure classroom environment. Reports any safety hazards, property damage, etc. to Teacher
Works with Teacher in the utilization of instructional resources and teaching strategies; willingly shares ideas and instructional resources with other classroom staff.
Works directly with the assigned student(s) in accordance with levels of supervision, the IEP, and the established behavior plan:
Works with the assigned student(s) and tutors the student in social, vocational, and educational skills necessary for development;
Instructs, prompts, and/or assists each person in the achievement of educational goals while actively encouraging the independence of each person within his/her ability limit while following the IEP and individual behavior plan
Accompanies assigned student(s), provides guidance, and participates in schoolrelated activities; e.g., class trips, extracurricular activities, meals, etc. Provides assistance to Teacher in the planning and oversight of recreational activities and educational trips for students;
May transport student(s) from classroom to classroom and vice versa with proper medical equipment;
Serves as an advocate for each assigned student and provides assistance in the event of

behavioral and/or academic problems to contribute to a timely resolution;

In addition to the above described responsibilities, where applicable, provide one hour of personal assistance/instruction to a student prior to the start of, and in preparation for, the School day and classroom environment; e.g., works directly with the assigned student regarding daily living activities, interpersonal relationships, personal hygiene, transportation to School, as it relates to the educational program and in accordance with goals and objectives in the students' IEP
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