Permanent Special Education Paraprofessional

An ESS permanent Special Education Paraprofessional assists the classroom teacher to provide extra support to students with special needs, promoting maximum academic and personal growth. The permanent Special Education Paraprofessional job responsibilities range from supplementing regular classroom curriculum to helping individual students.

Responsibilities

• Work everyday students are in school - most weeks are a 5-day work week
• Provide instructional reinforcement for individual students or small groups of students
• Assist teacher with classroom management and general supervision of the class
• Help with administrative duties such as setting up equipment and preparing materials
• Supervise students in the cafeteria, schoolyard, specials, hallways, on field trips, and/or during before and after school programs
• Attend to students' physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs
• Support students with special needs by following provisions specified in their IEPs/504 Plans
• Perform other duties as directed by the classroom teacher and school administration

For a complete job description of a substitute paraprofessional, click here.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• ABI/FBI Criminal History Clearance
• Cleared TB Test

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About ESS

ESS specializes in placing qualified K-12 personnel in daily, long-term, and permanent school district positions, including substitute teachers, aides, and other school support staff. With more than 900 school district partners across the country, ESS supports the education of more than 5.5 million students daily. Since 2000, we have helped improve student achievement by providing innovative solutions to school districts and professional opportunities to passionate educators. Our employees enjoy benefits, comprehensive training, flexible work schedules, and professional development. Visit ESS.com to learn more about joining a team that makes a difference, every day.

ESS Diversity Statement

ESS continuously works to create an environment where all its employees - regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexuality, age, or abilities - can work to the fullest of their potential in a fair and welcoming space. Believing that a diverse company is more innovative and successful, we have embraced diversity to ensure that we are empowered to ensure that “Every Day Counts” for our employees, the students, and the schools we serve nationwide.

ESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

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