SPED (Paraprofessional)-DSA SOKC

A Para Professional job description includes a variety of tasks, such as:

• Having 48 college credit hours -or- Paraprofessional Certificate from Oklahoma State Board of Education -or- take and Pass the Paraprofessional Test with at least a Bronze Level
• Classroom preparation:Setting up the classroom for lessons, helping with materials, and keeping the classroom clean and organized
• Student support:Working with individual students and small groups, helping with special needs, and monitoring behavior
• Lesson planning:Assisting with planning and implementing lesson plans and activities
• Classroom management:Helping to maintain order in the classroom, and intervening when necessary
• Communication:Communicating with the teacher about student needs, and attending meetings
• Professionalism:Displaying ethical and professional behavior, and protecting student confidentiality
• School participation:Participating in school activities, such as parent nights and home visits
• Meal preparation:Helping with meal preparation, including ordering food, cutting fruit and vegetables, and setting the table
• Cleaning:Assisting with basic cleaning duties, such as dusting, washing equipment, and cleaning painting boards