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Paraprofessional
YAI • Manhattan, NY 10175 • Posted 4 days ago
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In-person • Full-time • $16.50/hr • Entry Level
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The Paraprofessional at YAI supports assigned students in achieving their individualized education goals by assisting in the implementation of their Individualized Education Program (IEP) under the direction of supervisors, teachers, and administrators. This role involves providing support inside and outside the classroom, assisting with self-care, academic instruction, and ensuring student safety. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a preference for an Associate's Degree or relevant experience.
Responsibilities
- Supports assigned student as they work to achieve the goals set by the student's teacher and related services team.
- Assists in the implementation of student's individualized IEP at the discretion and direction of supervisors, teacher(s)/instructor(s) and administrators and supports behavior plan as directed by behavior department.
- Provides support for student inside and outside of the classroom to enable the student to fully participate in school activities.
- Provides support for the student in daily therapy and/or related service sessions.
- Supports the student throughout academic instruction/assignments under the supervision of the student's teacher.
- Assists therapists with related service sessions, transferring and/or positioning the student throughout the day.
- Assists the student with self-care (including using the restroom, basic hygiene, feeding, etc.).
- Follows all appropriate policies and procedures relating to the care and safety of assigned student and the student's management needs.
- Ensures that the student and their supplies are kept neat and clean throughout the day.
- Ensures that the student is fed appropriately throughout the day, and more broadly, maintains student's safety at all times.
- Performs all other duties, as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- High school Diploma/GED or equivalent
- Must be well organized with superior attention to detail and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Ability to work with a great degree of independence and focus
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs
Preferred
- Associate's Degree or coursework in education
- One to three years of relevant healthcare, childcare and/or other school-based experience
- First Aid CPR AED
Full Job Description
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Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities
+ Supports assigned student as they work to achieve the goals set by the student's teacher and related services team.
+ Assists in the implementation of student's individualized IEP at the discretion and direction of supervisors, teacher(s)/instructor(s) and administrators and supports behavior plan as directed by behavior department.
+ Provides support for student inside and outside of the classroom to enable the student to fully participate in school activities.
+ Provides support for the student in daily therapy and/or related service sessions.
+ Supports the student throughout academic instruction/assignments under the supervision of the student's teacher.
+ Assists therapists with related service sessions, transferring and/or positioning the student throughout the day.
+ Assists the student with self-care (including using the restroom, basic hygiene, feeding, etc.).
+ Follows all appropriate policies and procedures relating to the care and safety of assigned student and the student's management needs.
+ Ensures that the student and their supplies are kept neat and clean throughout the day.
+ Ensures that the student is fed appropriately throughout the day, and more broadly, maintains student's safety at all times.
+ Performs all other duties, as assigned.
Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.)
All paraprofessionals must meet the following qualification requirements:
+ High school Diploma/GED or equivalent; and
+ Must be well organized with superior attention to detail and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
+ Ability to work with a great degree of independence and focus
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs
Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above)
+ For all Paraprofessionals:
+ Associate's Degree or coursework in education preferred
+ One to three years of relevant healthcare, childcare and/or other school-based experience
+ First Aid CPR AED
Compensation is $16.50 per hour
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities
+ Supports assigned student as they work to achieve the goals set by the student's teacher and related services team.
+ Assists in the implementation of student's individualized IEP at the discretion and direction of supervisors, teacher(s)/instructor(s) and administrators and supports behavior plan as directed by behavior department.
+ Provides support for student inside and outside of the classroom to enable the student to fully participate in school activities.
+ Provides support for the student in daily therapy and/or related service sessions.
+ Supports the student throughout academic instruction/assignments under the supervision of the student's teacher.
+ Assists therapists with related service sessions, transferring and/or positioning the student throughout the day.
+ Assists the student with self-care (including using the restroom, basic hygiene, feeding, etc.).
+ Follows all appropriate policies and procedures relating to the care and safety of assigned student and the student's management needs.
+ Ensures that the student and their supplies are kept neat and clean throughout the day.
+ Ensures that the student is fed appropriately throughout the day, and more broadly, maintains student's safety at all times.
+ Performs all other duties, as assigned.
Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.)
All paraprofessionals must meet the following qualification requirements:
+ High school Diploma/GED or equivalent; and
+ Must be well organized with superior attention to detail and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
+ Ability to work with a great degree of independence and focus
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs
Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above)
+ For all Paraprofessionals:
+ Associate's Degree or coursework in education preferred
+ One to three years of relevant healthcare, childcare and/or other school-based experience
+ First Aid CPR AED
Compensation is $16.50 per hour
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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