Job description

1143 Delsea Drive, Bldg. B.
Westville, NJ 08093
Tel: 856.812.6030
www.adsschool.org

ARCHBISHOP DAMIANO SCHOOL

Making a difference in the lives of our students

ARCHBISHOP DAMIANO SCHOOL POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Instructional Paraprofessional/One-to-One Support

Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time

Reports To: Assistant Principals/Executive Director

We are looking for a Instructional Paraprofessional/One-to-One Support to join our team at Archbishop Damiano School.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Instructional Paraprofessional/One-to-One Support assist students with special needs under the direction of a certified classroom teacher, performing a variety of tasks relating to the physical, emotional health, safety, and instructional needs of students in a classroom setting. Due to the varied and individual needs of each student, the Paraprofessional may provide a variety of support and assistance and should be flexible, adjusting to student needs.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

Assists the teacher or designated supervisor with instructional activities in an exceptional education classroom or one-to-one. Assists student(s) in reinforcing material already presented through special efforts and repetitions. Assists student(s) with self-care areas to build independence. Prepares and maintains files and reports. Assists teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks. Assists the teacher in providing individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday. Reinforces acceptable student behavior in a consistent and positive manner. Encourages proper care and use of school facilities, property and equipment and participates in curriculum development programs as required. Assists with toileting student(s), changing diapers and personal hygiene. Escorts student(s) when necessary and redirect student(s) when necessary. Assists student(s) with mobility needs. Guides children in working and playing harmoniously with other children. Helps to maintain individual records for each student and collects and displays suitable materials for educational displays. Performs other related tasks as required.

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK:

Duties performed typically in school settings. Performs paraprofessional work assisting a classroom teacher or designated supervisor in maintaining an environment favorable to student learning and personal growth. Occasional movement of students in wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be required. Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds. Work requires stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, vocal communication for expressing or exchanging ideas, hearing to perceive information at a normal spoken word level and visual acuity for preparing and analyzing written or computer data. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree, preferred.
• Prior experience working with children, preferably in a learning environment.
• Approved Criminal History Review from NJ Dept. of Ed. Office of Criminal History Review.
• Ability to lift and position students alone and with another person as required.
• Lifting is performed from various levels and weight can vary up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships.
• Ability to learn new task quickly.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Some experience working with special needs children.
• Knowledge of school environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with children with special needs.
• Ability to provide behavior management and crisis intervention.
• Ability to work as a team member providing services to children with special needs.
• Ability to use sound judgment and knowledge of student behaviors and district policies to make decisions.

Americans with Disabilities with Amendments (ADAAA) Specifications:

The demands described herein below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Proficiency Ratings Legend: O = Occasionally – May be called upon to perform from time-to-time.

R = Regularly – Commonly called upon to perform.

F = Frequently – Repeatedly called upon to perform; cannot perform job without this.

• Lifting unassisted: Up to 30 pounds, from any level. (F)
• Lifting assisted: Up to 100 pounds or more, from the any level. (F)
• Standing/Walking: Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position or moving about a work area. (F)
• Sitting: Remaining in a normal, seated position. (O)
• Bending/Stooping: Continual, intermittent flexing of the spine; bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. (F)
• Crouching/Kneeling: Bending legs at knees; coming to rest on knee(s). (R)
• Crawling: Moving about on a surface on hands and knees (O)
• Pushing/Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from or toward the force. (F)
• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. (F)
• Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, and the like, using feet and legs, and hands and arms. (F)
• Repetitive finger/hand movements: Usage or other special equipment operated. (R)
• Precise finger/hand movements: Seizing, grasping, turning or otherwise performing precision work with hand or hands. (R)
• Close vision: Clear vision at 20 in. or less. (R)
• Distance vision: Clear vision at 20 feet or more. (R)
• Color vision: The ability to identify and distinguish colors. (F)
• Peripheral vision: To observe an area that can be seen up/down or to the left/right, while the eyes are fixed on a given point. (F)
• Depth perception: The ability to judge distances and spatial relationships. (F)
• Focus adjustment/ability: To adjust eyes to bring an object into sharp focus. (F)
• Distinguish foreground/background sounds. (F)
• Hear high/low frequencies. (R)
• Hear/process for conversational speech. (F)
• Effective articulation. (F)
• Voice projection. (F)
• Read and write at a high school level. (F)
• Taste: The ability to distinguish different flavors. (R)
• Smell: The ability to distinguish scents. (R)
• Touch: The ability to distinguish tactually. (R)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Experience working with students: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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