Specials (MUSIC) Special Education Paraprofessional
2 days ago
Cincinnati
Linden Grove School strives to: • Identify, nurture, and unleash each child's potential, • Research and implement progressive teaching methods, • Establish a partnership between staff, parents, the child, and the community, • Respect each child's individualism, • Provide opportunities for interaction and friendship, • Build trust through compassion, transparency, and consistency, • Reflect on our challenges and turn them into opportunities for growth Currently hiring a special education music paraprofessional for grades K-8 Special Education Para Responsibilities include: • Provide instructional and behavioral support and assistance to classroom teachers and students assigned to a team in a K-8 setting., • Supervise students during recess, lunch, and sensory breaks., • Record student progress on data sheets, goal sheets, and daily logs to assist the teacher and Behavior Coordinator., • Assist with educational classroom needs and student behavior plans., • Work collaboratively with a school-based team. Benefits • MedicalEZ ICHRA, • Dental, • Vision, • Employer-sponsored, • Life Insurance, • Retirement planningIRA, • Short-Term Disability (Employee Sponsored), • Employee Assistance Program, • TWP-Return to Work program, • Family Medical Leave/Medical Leave, • Paid time off (Personal and Sick Time): For an entire year, this is equivalent to 10 sick/medical days and 3 personal days., • PTO Sharing Program Additional Benefits added • Wellness/Employee Engagement Activities Program, • Wellness/lactation room and staff refreshments are free, • Partnership with UC (staff and family receive discounted tuition rates on continuing education courses), • DE&I Positive, • Strengths-Based Atmosphere with Family-Centered Orientation, • Therapy Pet Friendly, • Professional Development and Training, • Reverse InclusionBring your child to work opportunities and discounted summer camp rates for staff families. Education: • High school diploma or equivalent (required); some college or AA degree desirable., • Valid Ohio Educational Aide Certification Experience: • Required Must possess a foundational knowledge and understanding of music concepts, rhythm, instruction, and creative expression, • 1 year of accepted experience working with children with autism or other special needs, 2 years (Preferred), • Special education: 1 year (Preferred), • Experience with a social-communication classroom TEACCH-style program or a structured-style room for children with autism and/or special needs is preferred., • Must have strong verbal & written communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with both families & staff., • Must be able to work collaboratively and effectively within a team., • Must have excellent organizational skills and a positive and energetic attitude., • Ability to move around considerably.