Paraprofessional: Medical Assignment

Position: Paraprofessional - Medical Assignment

Reports to: Building Administrator

Employment Status: Regular/Full-time - 7 hours/day - 181 work days and 8 paid holidays (189 days)

FLSA Status: Classified/Employed through the Educational Service Center of Central & Ohio Council of Governments

Description

This paraprofessional role will support student medical needs including but not limited to: restrooms/ changing/ diapering, tube feeding, first aide, medicine administration.

Preferred qualifications include experience or training in personal/ medical care.

In addition, the role will support student safety, growth, and learning under the direction of the Intervention Specialist, and evaluated by the building administrator. Responsibilities include implementing components of students' IEPs, providing individual and group instruction, utilizing de-escalation strategies, and assisting with instructional materials and student data collection. Candidates must have a high school diploma and either an Associate's degree or a passing score on the Paraprofessional assessment. Preferred qualifications include experience working with children and crisis de-escalation certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required
• An Associate's degree OR received a passing score on the Paraprofessional assessment OR obtain a passing score on the Paraprofessional assessment within four months of hire
• Completion certificate from OCALI (Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence) for "Strategies in Action" online module within four months of employment
• Such alternatives to the above as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent

Preferred

• Experience working with children
• Trained and certified in a crisis de-escalation intervention

Note: The below lists are not ranked in order of importance.

Essential Functions

• Ensure the safety of students.
• Serve as a role model for students.
• Implement IEP (Individualized Education Program) modifications and accommodations as directed by staff in order to maximize inclusion, learning, and student growth.
• Work with students individually, in small groups, or in whole groups to implement assigned programs and curriculum, reinforce, and re-teach.
• Utilize strategies (including restorative practices) to build student independence, agency, and self-advocacy
• Follow the district-selected protocol and procedures for de-escalation and intervention.
• Utilize and provide feedback on instructional strategies as aligned to the individual needs of students.
• Provide observational/assessment data aligned to students' IEPs, as designed and instructed by Intervention Specialists and Related Services Personnel.
• Communicate student information with Intervention Specialists so they can communicate with families and IEP team members.
• Assist Intervention Specialists and staff in the preparation of instructional materials.
• Communicate effectively with the general education classroom teacher and staff pertinent to that student's team.
• Maintain respect at all times for student/personnel confidential information.
• Perform health care procedures, which may include first aid, toileting, diapering, clothing changes, tube feeding, and other duties deemed necessary.
• Attend provided opportunities for training and professional development.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of social-emotional, behavioral, and academic skill development and a willingness to learn about student-specific needs.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with children.
• Collaborative team member with the ability to receive and apply constructive feedback on job performance.

Equipment Operated

• Locking mechanisms on doors and cabinets
• Computer, laptop, tablet, or assistive technology device
• Copier
• Printer
• Laminator
• Telephone

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Learn with curiosity.
• Demonstrate kindness.
• Embrace equity.
• Support the values of our strategic and equity plans.
• Develop and sustain meaningful relationships with students and staff.
• Ability to confidently and tactfully assist people in the midst of stressful, difficult, and challenging situations.
• Ability to interact positively and supportively with staff and students and be respectful of the variability of cultures, including socioeconomic status, family types, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Superintendent's Designee, or Superintendent.

Additional Working Conditions

• May occasionally be exposed to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue.
• Must follow all safety guidelines for bloodborne pathogens.
• Frequent interruption of tasks to support students, visitors, staff, and telephone.
• Must occasionally work nights/extended days due to school functions.
• Must be able to assist others and move around the school and grounds.
• Must be able to lift and move 40 lbs.
• Repetitive hand motion (e.g., keyboard, typing) or voice-to-text.

Additional Information

Benefits:

• Medical benefits available through the ESC of Central Ohio
• This position pays into SERS (School Employees Retirement System)

Hourly Pay Rate

• Rates of pay vary based on verified education and experience ($19.60-$27.58/HR.)
• Applicants with a current and active teaching license: pay increases by $0.38 per hour
• Applicants with verified 40 hours of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) coursework: pay increases by $0.38 per hour
• Medical assignment: increases pay by $1.00 per hour
• Longevity incentive after 90 days of service

The Bexley City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, who will be appointed as the authority.