Case Support Paraprofessional

About the Employer

Qualifications

Completed 60 credit hours at an accredited college or university + Obtained an associate’s degree (or higher) + Passed a paraprofessional academic assessment test
• High school diploma/GED and one of the following:
• Ability to work with special needs students

Evaluation

• Performance of this job will be evaluated according to provisions of the board’s policy on evaluation of support staff personnel.

Performance Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one instruction or group instruction under the supervision of a certified teacher.
• Implement behavior management techniques as directed by teacher/building principal.
• Assist with the physical needs, including but not limited to feeding, toileting, dressing, catheterization, physical management, etc., of the student. Some heavy lifting of the student is required.
• Administer medications and other medical supports as prescribed and directed by the school nurse.
• Complete daily work schedules as assigned by the teacher/principal.
• Assist the teacher with the maintenance of the classroom.
• Assist with duties such as the lunchroom, recess, buses for the student(s).
• Be aware of board of education policies, district, and school guidelines, and regulations, and adhere to the same.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment

• Salary Range: $15.00/hr. - $27.45/hr., depending on relevant experience
• Length of Contract: 179 contract days (in the event the student(s) is/are absent or moves from the district, reassignment of duties will occur; reassignment may be in the building/location or in another building/location where services are needed.)
• 7 hours per day
• FLSA Status: Non-exempt
• Personnel Status: Classified
• Benefits Eligible: Yes

Application Procedure

• Interested and qualified applicants should submit an online application at www.pcssd.org.
• Personnel currently employed by the district who meet the necessary qualifications may apply by submitting an online district application.

PCSSD Does Not Discriminate

• On the basis of age, disability, race, color, national origin, or gender in any service, program, or activity (including in admission, access, treatment, employment, or vocational opportunities).