HS Special Education Paraprofessional - Walsh Academy - Niles 60714

• Must have current Paraprofessional designation in accordance with requirements specified on ISBE Form 73—95 (5/04).
• Bachelor's Degree preferred. A minimum of 60 college credit hours required for Paraprofessional designation.
• A minimum of 1-2 years' experience in residential or special education classroom/school setting.
• Must possess a valid Illinois School Bus Driver’s Permit / Driver’s license
• Instructional and assessment skills with a focus on the special education population
• Must be able to pass Faith's Law employment History Review
• Valid Illinois driver's license required
• Hourly pay $18 prorated over the school year.
• Hours - School day 7:30 am to 4:00 pm overtime hours available

About the Walsh Academy

Walsh Academy provides specialized academic and vocational opportunities for young men experiencing academic, emotional, behavioral or cognitive challenges that can potentially limit their life success. Students are served in uniquely designed classrooms to maximize effectiveness across the continuum of age and disability type.

About the Special Education Paraprofessional

To assist students individually or in small groups in meeting course expectations and improving academic and vocational skills. Assist special education teachers by working with students to achieve state standards, IEP goals, and/or district graduation requirements. This work involves close interaction with staff, students, and parents/guardians, with primary emphasis on the implementation of specialized or vocational educational programs for each student. The Special Education Paraprofessional works under the direction of the special education teacher.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assisting students in reviewing and completing assignments during class time;
• Implementing classroom procedures and reinforcing student’s positive behavior;
• Administering tests orally to students in both resource and classroom settings;
• Reinforcing organizational and note taking skills;
• Grading materials for immediate feedback;
• Demonstrating use of the computer for drill and remediation as well as homework and classroom assignments;
• Demonstration and supervising use of the computer with IEP specified software programs that would support the completion of assignments for classes;
• Helping the student achieve his/her IEP goals;
• Implementing IEP accommodations as specified in individual IEP;
• Reviewing materials and providing immediate feedback, if specified in the IEP;
• Helping the student achieve his/her IEP goals by meeting benchmarks as scheduled;
• Helping organize and supervise off-campus and vocational programs for students;
• Actively participates and leads the classroom instruction in cooperation with certified staff;
• Actively mentors and facilitates classroom instruction delivered through cooperative work group model;
• Previewing instructional materials and developing instructional plans;
• Acting as a liaison to communicate student progress to students’ parent/guardian;
• Offering suggestions to classroom teacher and case manager for appropriate accommodations and modifications of student IEP;
• Compiling data to be given to the case manager for writing a Behavior Intervention Plan;
• Participates and contributes to in-service trainings and staff development opportunities and providing input and suggestions for future topics and directions;
• Assisting and monitoring when student uses the restroom;
• Assisting and facilitating tutoring or one-on-one instructional time as required by student need;
• Assisting and or facilitating crisis management up to and including physical restraints when appropriate;
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Experience:

• Must have current Paraprofessional designation in accordance with requirements specified on ISBE Form 73—95 (5/04).
• Bachelor's Degree preferred. A minimum of 60 college credit hours required for Paraprofessional designation.
• A minimum of 1-2 years' experience in residential or special education classroom/school setting.
• Must possess a valid Illinois School Bus Driver’s Permit / Driver’s license
• Instructional and assessment skills with a focus on the special education population
• Must be able to pass Faith's Law employment History Review
• Valid Illinois driver's license required
• Hours - School day 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
• with experience in crisis intervention and must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills /Knowledge:

• Must possess a valid Illinois School Bus Driver’s Permit / Driver’s license;
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with Walsh Academy students, supervisors, coworkers, subordinates, support agencies, and a variety of internal as well as external consumers;
• Basic computer proficiency including working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Adheres to the policies and procedures of Maryville Academy / Maryville Walsh Academy;
• Knowledge of Individualized Education Plan (IEP) eligibility, planning, instruction and service delivery processes;
• Skill in organizing and prioritizing work loads to meet deadlines;
• Skill in telephone etiquette.

Physical Demands:

• Required to frequently sit, stand, bend, stoop, walk and drive for extended periods; able to walk up and down stairs;
• Required to occasionally lift/move objects and/or youth weighing in excess of 40 pounds;
• Must possess the ability to provide physical restraint for students threatening to harm themselves or others;
• Must have the visual, hearing, and learning capabilities sufficient to perform the essential functions defined above;
• Must participate in physical education activities with the students and, if necessary physically interact (intervene) with students.

Environment and Scheduling:

• Work is performed during school and vocational program days and hours;
• Work is performed in and in association with the Maryville Walsh Academy, hospital, and residential programs/settings as well as in an administrative office setting;
• Duties involve contact with students who may be verbally and physically threatening, aggressive, and suicidal and/or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Why Join the Maryville Family?

Maryville offers full-time Walsh Academy Employees:

• PPO health insurance options
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• FSA and HSA
• 403(b)
• Paid sick days
• After one year of service, you will be eligible for long term disability and life insurance and tuition reimbursement.

For more information about all of the services that Maryville provides, please visit our website at www.maryvilleacademy.org.

Maryville Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, veteran status or disability.