Para Professional Ex Ed - Old Center ES

6001001

Job Code:6001001
Job Family/Function:60 – Paraprofessionals\Exceptional Education 
FLSA:Nonexempt 
Grade Ladder:MNPS Support Hourly 
Pay Grade:MNPS.SCH007-H 
Duration (days/year):201 
Locations(s):School-Based 

We Are Team MNPS
Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

Works directly with a classroom teacher to assist with the implementation of supports and services provided. Collaborate with teachers and students in a variety of tasks related to academics, behavior and physical logistics. Coaches and encourage students to actively engage in the process of learning and becoming more independent.Incumbents may be assigned to work with 1 to 2 specific students. If that student/s move to a different school, the Para-Pro will be offered the opportunity to move with that student/s. Should the opportunity be declined, continued employment at the current school will be based on business need.

What you will do

• Provides small group instruction under the guidance and supervision of certificated personnel.
• Facilitates and models appropriate social interactions and behaviors among students.
• Assists in the personal care of students such as feeding, diapering, lifting, etc.
• Monitors, collects and records students’ behavioral and/or academic performance as directed by the teacher.
• Actively engages with and consistently supervises all students throughout the day, e.g. playground, field trip, school and classroom settings.
• Supervises and engages with students during arrival, dismissal, lunch, and/or other activities designated by the teacher or administrator. May assist and facilitate classroom and lesson preparation.
• Implements students IEPs, functional behavioral assessments, safety plans, and/or behavior intervention plans.
• Attends and actively participates in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and understanding of special populations, may include training for proper restraint procedures, social and emotional learning best practices and literacy.
• Maintains professionalism and confidentiality. Models respectful behavior towards students, peers and supervisors.

Education Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in applicable field of study or 48 hours of college credit hours from an accredited college or university or successful completion of Praxis certification Required

Experience Qualifications

• Prior experience working with children Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrates professionalism and a positive attitude.
• Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Able to operate a mechanic lift.