About the role
School or site: Brentwood School
Location: Brentwood School
Cost Center: Brentwood School
Hours Per Day: 7.5
Contract Months: 10
Days Posted: 5
Posting Closing Time: 4:30 PM
Title I: Yes
Title I Definition: Title I Definition
Require Test: Yes
Testing Information: Testing Information
High School Diploma/Equivalent: Yes
Salary Lane: SSP07
Salary Schedules: Salary Schedules
SALARY SCHEDULE: SSP-7
COST CENTER: DISTRICT-WIDE
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- A passing score on the Para Pro Assessment Test or an Associate of Art’s / Associate of Science Degree or sixty (60) hour equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
- Must successfully complete verbal and physical CPI training within the probationary period.
- At time of hire, may be required to register for and successfully complete forty (40) hours of training / workshops in the area of autism and/or related disorders to obtain ASD certification by the end of the probationary period.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Basic knowledge and understanding of children.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Knowledge of general computer use.
- Ability to follow directions.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
REPORTS TO:
Principal or Designee
JOB GOAL
To implement academic and behavioral instruction and supervision to students independently at the direction of the classroom teacher.
SUPERVISES:
N/A
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Independently supervise and implement instruction to students as assigned.
- Assist staff members with behavioral management.
- Assist in creating a safe learning environment and workplace.
- Implement classroom activities as directed.
- Assist with the preparation of accurate records, reports and other clerical duties as assigned.
- Assist with the development of instructional materials.
- Assist with personal care and hygiene including but not limited to diapering, toileting, feeding, and medical tasks.
- Assist with school wide supervisory tasks as assigned.
- Assist with assessing student progress.
- Communicate effectively with staff and parents.
- Use specialized equipment as required.
- Intervene in situations concerning discipline of students when students’ health and/or safety is at risk.
- Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
- Model and maintain high ethical standards.
- Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
- Maintain positive relationships with staff and vendors.
- Participate in workshops and training sessions as required to meet the needs of the classroom and student population.
- Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
- Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
- Follow all School Board policies, rules and regulations.
- Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
- Demonstrate support for the School District and its goals and priorities.
- Sustained focus and attention to detail for extended periods of time.
- Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force as needed to move objects or individuals. In an emergency, worker may be required to restrain a physically active individual as a temporary safety precaution.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.
Job Description Supplement No. 03