Paraprofessional

Position: Paraprofessional

Location: Southern Ohio Learning Center | Southern Ohio Educational Service Center

General Description:

Under immediate supervision of the classroom teacher/Intervention Specialist, the selected candidate would work with students with disabilities and/or typical students in a one-on-one situation or small group situation providing instruction for personal care and/or the use of instructional aides, assist in the preparation of activities and projects, monitor student activities, use positive guidance techniques, and participate in evaluation team meets when requested.  Reference the job description linked below for additional information.

Qualifications:

High School diploma, an Associate’s degree, or 48 college semester hours, or 72 college quarter hours, or pass the ETS paraprofessional test.

Possess an Ohio State Board of Education Educational Aide License or have the ability to attend the correct licensure.

Training and/or experience which evidences basic knowledge of email and computer applications.

Demonstrates a sincere desire to aid all students and work in cooperation with the lead classroom teacher/Intervention Specialist.

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with a team.

Basic knowledge of mental health and wellness practices is preferred.

Must have a phone for communication purposes.

Current driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Must pass a criminal background check.

Job Description: Paraprofessional Aide

Salary: Salary Schedule M

Days: 190 days (prorated based on start date)

Hours: 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM (7.5 hours per day with 30-minute unpaid lunch)

Anticipated Start Date: August 2024

Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, resume, at least three professional references, and a copy of all credentials to:

Casey Enochs, Assistant Superintendent

Southern Ohio Educational Service Center

3321 Airborne Road, Wilmington, Ohio 45177

Email: cenochs@soesc.org

Phone: 937-382-6921, ext. 1039

Southern Ohio Educational Service Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression of any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.