• AWP Paraeducator - The Phoenix Academy

    Windham Public Schools (Willimantic, CT)


    AWP Paraeducator - The Phoenix Academy JobID: 5987

     

    + Position Type:

     

    Instructional/Educational Support: Non-Certified/ Job Coach

     

    + Date Posted:

     

    1/9/2025

     

    + Location:

     

    Phoenix Academy

     

    Position Description:The Job Coach works directly with students with special needs at various job sites and provides on the job training and feedback; also works closely with employers at various community/job sites. May require lifting and/or restraints. Essential Functions:

     

    + Assist in the implementation of the Windham Public Schools Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations and directives

    + Follow Windham Public school policy to ensure student safety

    + Assist with IEP accommodations as needed

    + Follow teacher's oral or written directions with accuracy

    + Transport students to and from job sites as well as provide job shadowing experiences

    + Assist students with completing applications

    + Assist students with requirements for graduation

    + Apply systematic training skills to assist students in performing their jobs effectively

    + Assist the teacher with documentation of student progress

    + Encourage students to interact appropriately with peers

    + Assist students during recess, breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, on school buses and field trips

    + Maintain respect at all times for confidential information

    Knowledge/Skills:

    + Experience working with young children

    + Ability to implement behavioral goals

    + Ability to understand child development

    + Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

    + Effective, active listening skills

    + Ability to work effectively with others

    + Organizational and problem solving skills

    Qualifications:

    + High School diploma or equivalency

    + Bachelor's Degree

    + Successful experience in the position

    + Two (2) years of experience working with children or young adults in a school setting, preferred

    + Experience working with students with special needs

    + Ability to communicate in Spanish preferred, not required

     

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