Special Education Paraprofessional (Orthopedically Impaired)

Summary

Provides assistance with classroom organization, management, and presentation/development of classroom instruction. Works under general supervision of the instructional staff.

Essential Duties

- Assists the teacher in the preparation of educational materials for students.

- Works individually with students and/or in small groups to help reinforce learning objectives.

- Assists with all aspects of the daily routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, and grading quizzes as assigned.

- Participates in lunchroom, recess, hall-monitoring, and bus duties.

- Assists with preparing and maintaining bulletin boards and other learning centers areas for instruction.

- Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent Must pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment with a minimum score of 250 within 1 year from Date of Hire in lieu of the GACE, two (2) years (60 semester hours) of college coursework above the remedial level with a grade of "C" or better at a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution is acceptable
## Certification/Licensure

Must be able to obtain Georgia PSC Paraprofessional Certificate within 1 year from Date of Hire;
## Experience Qualifications

- 0 – 1 year experience required

- Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

- Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with students and adults
- Excellent organizational skills and flexibility
- If working as a Paraprofessional in the Dual Immersion program, should exhibit proficiency in spoken and written language of instruction
- Must be able to follow written and oral instructions quickly and accurately
- Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information

Working Conditions

- Classroom environment

Physical Demands

- Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance
- Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds
- May require lifting, bending kneeling, reaching, stooping or crouching
- Requires ability to move and control an adult-sized wheelchair
- Typically sitting, standing, walking