Job Description
Job Description
Position: Paraprofessional
Rate: Up to $20 per hour
Focused Staffing Group is seeking enthusiastic and passionate Paraprofessionals to assist teachers in our partner school.
A Paraprofessional worker is responsible for working individually with children with special needs. This individual implements methods and interventions from the treatment plan to help the student develop necessary skills and be successful.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assists the student in developing age appropriate self-management and social skills
- Supports/assists teacher and classroom instruction by encouraging appropriate participation and task completion, providing re-direction and practice of academic skills
- Follows teacher initiated directives or requests during instruction to enhance classroom participation
- Carries out behavioral interventions developed by the team
Position Requirements:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
- Ability to positively interact with students to encourage development
- Ability to follow detailed instructions
- Excellent dependability and reliability
- Excellent attention to detail and follow through