Job Title

Special Education Paraprofessional

School/Organization

College Park Academy

School Level

High School

Location (County)

Prince George’s County

Employment Type

Full-Time

Job Description

Under general supervision, in a school or related tutorial program, performs tasks, which are in support of the teaching-learning process. This class is characterized by the performance of duties involved in the implementation of teacher plans and instructional programs. The Paraprofessional Educator may be assigned to assist one or more teachers on a regular or as-required basis in the planning and conducting of appropriate programs to reinforce the teacher's initial instructions. Work is performed under the direction and leadership of the classroom teacher and/or assisting teachers and principals.

How to Apply

Please send your resume to Mr. Gordon Libby (Gordon.libby@pgcps.org), and Mr. Steven Baker
(steven.baker@pgcps.org) or call the school at 240-696-3206.

DutIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Monitors arrival and dismissal of students assuring that they get to the correct classrooms;
Performs tasks such as taking attendance, bus duty, lunch duty, recess duty, upkeep of bulletin boards, and checking homework and forms going home;
Keeps data, point sheets, and anecdotal records of students' behavior and performance;
Assists students at lunch to ensure that they eat properly and clean up afterward (this may include feeding the student);
Assists students with personal care needs in the bathroom, when they are ill or physically uncomfortable; and with physical needs such as lifting, positioning in various equipment, adjusting and pushing wheelchairs;
Assists teachers and students with audiovisual equipment;
Assists students with their assistive technology and communication devices, both low and high-tech, including basic sign language;
Reinforces the pre-academic, academic, and functional academic subjects and functional skills being taught; assists in the preparation of instructional materials, e.g. copying, cutting out, laminating; may assist with classroom coverage when necessary;
Accompanies students to classes such as motor development and music to assist the teacher as needed;
Accompanies students to special classes such as homeroom, PE, music, art, electives or assemblies to facilitate inclusion;
Works with students, teachers, and other professional personnel in carrying out the various special education programs at early childhood, elementary and secondary levels; and
Perform other duties as assigned.

SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION INFORMATION

College Park Academy is a Prince George's County public charter school offering rigorous college prep in partnership with the University of Maryland.