Special Education Paraprofessional at Transition Academy (2023-2024 School Year)
Full Time
West Fargo, ND
Posted
Job description
- Focus on student needs
- Provide real life situations
- Encourage self-awareness and independence
- Promote self-advocacy and responsibility
- Explore opportunities for new experiences
- Participate in community activities
- Develop recreation/social leisure skills
- Build lifelong support systems
- Maximize self-determination skills
- Continue community/supported employment
- Establish natural supports in adult environments
- Collaborate with high schools to create a seamless transition between programs
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- Driver's License and ability to be covered by district's insurance carrier
- Reliable and dependable attendance
- Ability to develop positive working relationships with students and staff
- Experience working with special needs students preferred
- Experience working with complex student behaviors preferred
- Sped Para.pdf
JobID: 3151
Position Type:
Paraprofessionals/Special Education Paraprofessional
Paraprofessionals/Special Education Paraprofessional
Date Posted:
5/4/2023
5/4/2023
Location:
Clayton A. Lodoen Center
Clayton A. Lodoen Center
Closing Date:
5/26/2023 or Until Filled
5/26/2023 or Until Filled
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL - TRANSITION ACADEMY - CLAYTON A. LODOEN CENTER
About the Transition Academy: The West Fargo Transition Academy (WFTA) is an educational option for students’ with disabilities, ages 18-21 years, who have completed their high school academic requirements and are ready to transition to a community-based program that emphasizes a seamless transition to post-high school settings. Placement in the Transition Academy is determined by the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). The IEP team utilizes the student’s transition assessments and transition goals to determine appropriate programming for the individual student. The WFTA strives to ensure there is collaboration among school, family, and appropriate adult service agencies to best serve the students. As the transition student leaves the educational system, the WFTA facilitates a plan for employment, recreation, and post-secondary education to support lifelong success.
POSITION: Special Education Paraprofessional - Transition Academy - Clayton A. Lodoen Center
TERM: Monday - Friday, following the 2023-2024 school calendar for Transition Academy
TERM: Monday - Friday, following the 2023-2024 school calendar for Transition Academy
SUMMARY: This position will work with special education students to support them in the community and throughout their day.
PROGRAM GOALS:
QUALIFICATIONS:
SALARY: Starting pay will be $15.08-$15.53/hour based on 2022-2023 Classified Salary Schedule
(Salary schedule will be updated for 23-24)
DEADLINE: May 26, 2023 or Until filled
TO APPLY: https://www.applitrack.com/westfargo/onlineapp/
DEADLINE: May 26, 2023 or Until filled
TO APPLY: https://www.applitrack.com/westfargo/onlineapp/
The West Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other status protected by law. External applicants are eligible for ND Veteran’s Preference: North Dakota veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a form DD214, and if claiming disabled veteran's status, a current letter of disability. West Fargo Public Schools is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusivity in all hiring and employment practices. Applicants who incorporate a holistic perspective and a commitment to inclusion are encouraged to apply.
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