Autism Special Education Paraprofessional

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Job Title - Paraprofessional, Special Education, Autism Bridge (436a, 436c) [181] -

Job Description - Position Title: Paraprofessional, Special Education -

Job Code - 436a, 436c
Division - Academic, Support & Specialized Services
Salary Schedule - Paraprofessional
Department - Special Education
Workdays - 181
Reports To - Principal
Pay Grade - NH0 (4, 5, 6, 7 or 8)
FLSA - Non-Exempt
Pay Frequency - Monthly

Primary Function - Assists the classroom teacher with students to complete educational activities as directed.

Requirements -

1. Education Level - Hold an Associate's degree or higher in any subject from a GACSC-accepted accredited institution; have completed 2 years (60 semester hours) of college coursework above the remedial level at a GACSC-accepted accredited institution with a grade of �C� or better; hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent and have passed the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment.
2. Certification/License Required - Must maintain Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate which includes in-service training related to position
3. Experience - None
4. Physical Activities - Routine physical activities required to fulfill job responsibilities; ability to lift a student up to a weight of 60 pounds without assistance; ability to perform a two-person lift for students over 60 pounds

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities - Written and oral communication

Essential Duties -

1. Demonstrates Prompt and Regular Attendance
2. Exhibits Professionalism - Exhibits professionalism in all job-related situations; follows professional ethics in all work-related activities; presents a personal appearance which enhances the image of the school.
3. Follows Policies and Procedures - Follows all county, state and federal policies and procedures.
4. Assists Classroom Teacher - Assists the classroom teacher in the preparation and implementation of class activities.
5. Assists with Record Keeping - Assists classroom teacher with the record keeping process and data collection.
6. Participates in School Functions - Participates in school functions, field trips and extracurricular activities as indicated.
7. Participates in In-Service Training - Participates in on-going in-service training.
8. Assists with Hall Duty - Assists with hall duty and bus loading and unloading as directed.
9. Assumes Lead Role - Assumes a lead role with the substitute teacher when the classroom teacher is absent.
10. Assists with Medical Procedures - Assists with toileting, diapering, food preparation, feeding and other delegated medical procedures as directed.
11. Assists with Student Movement - Assists with the movement of students from one area of the school to another or to a specialized position.
12. Assists with Instruction - Assists with instruction, positioning and therapy as directed by related services personnel.
13. Maintains Sanitary Environment - Assists in maintaining a sanitary environment; handles body fluids following universal precautions.
14. Implements Community-Based Instruction - Assists in implementing community-based instruction or community/campus-based skills training without direct on-site supervision in accordance with state guidelines.
15. Monitors Classroom - Monitors the classroom during teacher's participation in IEP meetings or other activities/planning which require the teacher to be out of the room.
16. Performs Other Duties - Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

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