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Paraprofessional
Superior Shores Day Treatment Classroom

SUMMARY:

The Paraprofessional assists the teacher in general daily classroom activities, such as helping him/her achieve educational goals, assisting with student behavior issues, providing supervision of students, and ensuring student safety.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• High School Graduate or earned GED
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with parents/guardians, local school districts, teachers and administration to provide a continuum of services for students
• Willingness and ability to work in classroom with adolescents who have significant behavioral and mental health needs
• Ability to work in a team centered approach
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literate

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 90 college credit hours or Associate Degree
• Interest and experience working one-to-one with students

• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the classroom teacher
• Assist in the maintenance of an orderly classroom and a healthy, safe, positive learning environment
• Provide support for students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
• Assist the teacher in planning, preparation, and implementation of daily activities
• Assume responsibility for small group and 1:1 activities to present/reinforce learning concepts and help with mastery of skills both inside and outside the classroom
• Assist the teacher and the students with general instructional technology and assistive technology devices and use
• Assist students in gaining the highest level of independence possible through shaping, modeling, and prompting
• Assist with classroom management and enforcement of rules
• Support students with emotional or behavioral concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social/coping skills
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans
• Communicate regularly with teacher and other staff as to student needs and progress
• Maintain confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters
• Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records
• Collaborate with parents/guardians, local school districts, teachers, other classroom staff, and administration to provide a continuum of services for students
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as books and teaching material or when assisting in student interventions
• Assist in the implementation of behavioral, physical, occupational, speech, and other specialized therapies as instructed by therapists
• Complete Handle With Care training, and participate in annual recertification  
• Attend staff and team meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Ability to deal with issues in a fair manner, treat diverse populations and personalities with dignity and respect, and act in a highly ethical manner
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment yet maintain flexibility in thinking and actions
• Proficiency in computer/software use including Google Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
• Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for students
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a team environment
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

• Must keep the affairs of Marquette-Alger RESA and LEAs confidential at all times
• Must uphold confidentiality of student information, and other privileged and/or sensitive information
• May include summer hours
• May require limited travel for training and/or field trips

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full time position during the academic year. Must have regular and reliable job attendance, performance, and the physical ability to do the job. 

REPORTS TO: Program Administrator for Specialized Classrooms

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: According to Marquette-Alger RESA AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement. Starting wage rate $18.00 per hour.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications due Wednesday, January 13th, at 3:00 p.m.

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Please direct any questions to mnordeen@maresa.org

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