Purpose and Scope
Performs specialized work by assisting special education teachers in instructing and supervising the activities of students with disabilities to provide a well-organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment.
The position is responsible for assisting assigned teachers in preparing instructional materials, preparing classrooms for activities, supervising and assisting children in the classroom and in other areas of the school, reinforcing classroom lessons, and providing other assistance as requested;
incumbents may be responsible for providing assistance to special needs students or coordinating special projects and programs as assigned.
The position works under direct supervision according to set procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree, or two (2) years of college (minimum of 48 semester hours) from an, or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Test and one (1) year of experience working with children in an educational setting preferred.
Must possess or be able to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid.
Degree Equivalency Formula :
Bachelor’s Degree 4 years plus required years of experience.
Master’s Degree 2 years plus required years of experience. Where Master’s degrees are required, years for Bachelor’s Degrees must be included.
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