Speech-Language Para-educator

Speech-Language Para-educator

Purpose :

The job of the Speech-Language para-educator was established for the purposes of providing support under the direct supervision of a licensed Speech / Language Pathologist in providing instruction and / or therapy to a diverse range of individual or small groups of students with speech, language, voice and fluency communication disorders; to monitor and report student progress toward individual education plan objectives; and to perform a variety of clerical and student assistance duties as assigned.

This position may work with students in Early Childhood settings, Elementary or Secondary classrooms and resource rooms. Additionally, this position may work with students with mild to moderate disabilities.

Responsible to : Speech-Language Pathologist : District Administration; SEK 637 Administration

Experience : Job related experience is desired.

Education / Qualifications : Bachelor's degree from an accredited University. All para-educator positions are considered non-exempt, at will positions.

Clearances : (Required upon offer of / and acceptance of employment)

• Criminal Background check
• Health and Inoculation Certificate on file in Central Office

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Wages : Based on hourly rate, number of days worked, and completion of required trainings (9-month school calendar)

Essential Functions :

Job Requirements : Minimum Qualifications :

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : adhering to safety practices, operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and using district approved crisis intervention techniques.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; read and follow instructions; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; and stages of child development / behavior; and safe handling of blood-borne pathogens and crisis de-escalation techniques.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, collect data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : communicating / collaboration with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with constant interruptions; and the ability to take constructive feedback.

Physical Requirements / Environmental Conditions :

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions frequently require the following physical demands : walking, sitting, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing and / or pulling, climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and / or crawling, and fine finger dexterity. This position may also require some travel, the ability to work indoors / outdoors year around, as well as the ability to work in noisy, stressful, and crowded environments.