Job Summary The responsibilities of a special education paraprofessional foster and nurture a positive learning environment for all students. A special education paraprofessional has the ability to work with a variety of disabilities that affect student communication needs, behavioral performance, self-care skills, and academic supports. Under the supervision of a special education teacher, the paraprofessional is responsible to carry out appropriate student interventions, accommodations, and modifications. Duties of the job include, but are not limited to: -Assists students with disabilities with educational programs and special assignments; -Performs duties within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with Notre Ecole s policies, and the Standards of Effective Instructional Support for Educational Assistants; -Assists teachers and staff to facilitate educational functions and other services to maintain a safe and productive learning environment; works with students to reinforce classroom learning and improve personal skills; assists teachers with managing classroom, materials and student behavior. -Assists students in learning processes; reinforces positive behavior, provides individual instruction, encourages socialization and good communications. -Monitors and supervises student activities; promotes respect, supports diversity, explains social norms and disciplinary consequences, de-escalates personal confrontations, and enforces Notre Ecole policies and rules of conduct. -Assists students to achieve learning objectives with individual assistance and small group sessions. -Knowledge of the district discipline policy. -Knowledge and ability to apply basic computer, math and language skills. -Monitors assigned students. -Reports learning problems, behavioral issues, and other concerns to supervisor. -Communicates with staff to convey pertinent information while maintaining confidentiality of personal information. -Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, visitors, and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment. -Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and Notre Ecole information. -Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis. Job Type: full time; $16/hr. Can Be flexible if candidate is looking for part time.