Paraprofessional - Ostmann Elementary - Fort Zumwalt R-II School

FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT SS611 

JOB TITLE: Special Education Paraprofessional 

REPORTS TO: Building Principal 

FLSA: Non-Exempt 

Note: Critical features of this job are described under the headings below. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. 

POSITION PURPOSE/SUMMARY 

Paraprofessionals work in a resource or self-contained room to assist special education students under a teacher’s supervision. 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent is required. Experience working with children is preferred and is competent in the duties to be performed. Preference will be given to candidates who have a minimum of sixty (60) college hours and are able to obtain a substitute teacher certification and be competent in the duties to be performed. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Assist the special education teacher with the instruction of special education students in the classroom.
2. Monitor classroom when there are IEP meetings and staffings (Only paraprofessional with a sub-certification or teaching certification to monitor a classroom.). 
3. Assist the special education teachers as needed (i.e., grading papers, phone calls). 
4. Assist with the physical care of special education students as needed (i.e. diaper changing, taking to the bathroom, and feeding). 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES 

1. Assist in the lunchroom as assigned. 
2. Assist at recess as assigned. 
3. Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal. 
4. Possess the ability to effectively communicate, verbally, and in written form, with administrators, staff, and the community as needed. 

MENTAL DEMANDS 

Ability to maintain highly confidential information; communicate clearly both orally and in writing, and/or ability to reason and make appropriate decisions in high-stress situations. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

An individual who holds this position must have the ability to concentrate in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously. This employee should have good vision and hearing capabilities. 

This employee will frequently lift over 20 lbs and occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 lbs. The employee will reach, stand, walk, climb, sit, grasp, and use repetitive movements in this role. 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 

Employment will be on an at-will basis for 9 months, beginning with the first day of the work calendar or at the time of employment for the duration of the school year with prorated personal leave. Each paraprofessional will be provided a work calendar showing the specific daily work schedule of the employee. The work calendar may be modified by the Board of Education at any time, as needs dictate. 

Seven hours (including a 30-minute non-paid lunch period) will constitute a workday for special education paraprofessionals. A definite daily schedule will be established by the building principal and approved by the Assistant Superintendent of Personnel. 

The yearly salary will be disbursed in nineteen (19) equal payments or twenty-four (24) equal payments per employee’s choice.

EVALUATION 

End of the year performance evaluations will then continue annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of support staff personnel. 

Approved: August 21, 1989

Revised: August 15, 1994, June 19, 2000, May 15, 2006, November 16, 2009, September 16, 2013, May 22, 2017, June 29, 2020