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RED OAK COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Paraprofessional Aide in Red Oak, Iowa
Paraprofessionals assist in supporting students under the supervision of a licensed professional, such as a teacher. Paraprofessionals are critical to the education of students with special needs. These students often require more support than can be provided by the teacher alone. A motivated and conscientious paraprofessional can significantly increase learning by giving students opportunities to practice essential skills. They can provide students with more individualized support than they would otherwise receive. Paraprofessionals can also provide teachers with planning time critical to the development of educational programming. In general, paraprofessionals ensure that entitled students are more carefully monitored, more supported, and more involved in instruction.
Role of Paraprofessionals
- Providing one-on-one instructional support;
- Providing instructional support in small groups;
- Modifying materials;
- Implementing behavior management plans;
- Monitoring hallways, study hall, other;
- Meeting with teachers;
- Collecting data on students; and
- Providing personal care assistance.
General Expectations
- Support a safe, positive teaching and learning environment
- Assist in physical and intellectual development
- Support social, emotional, and behavioral development
- Establish positive and productive relationships
- Integrate technology to support student learning
- Practice ethical and professional standards of conduct
Specific Expectations
- Implementing Student IEPs
- Implementing Teacher Planned Instruction
- Data Collection
- Communication and Social Skills Support
- Supervising Students
- Behavioral Supports
- Individualized Supports