Paraprofessional 1:1 (ASL Fluent) #ESC5583

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Position Details:

• Title: Paraprofessional 1:1 (ASL Fluent)
• Location: Burnsville, MN
• Duration: 
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • End Date: June 3, 2027
• Onsite/Virtual: Onsite
• Position Type: Contract
• Working Hours: M to F - 8:45 AM to 3:00 PM, less a 30-minute lunch
• Student Age Group: 1:1 support with a third-grade female student 

Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support to a third-grade student in the school setting.
• Communicate with the student using American Sign Language (ASL).
• Provide ASL translation/communication support between the student, teachers, staff, and others as needed.
• Assist the student in accessing classroom instruction, activities, and school routines.
• Support the student with daily educational and classroom activities under the direction of licensed school staff.
• Provide personal care assistance to the student as required.
• Help maintain the student's safety, comfort, and participation throughout the school day.
• Follow the student's individualized education and support plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and other school personnel.
• Assist with transitions, classroom routines, and other school-related activities.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and appropriate boundaries when working with the student.
• Perform other paraprofessional duties as assigned by the school.

Qualifications:

• Must be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL).
• Ability to effectively communicate with a deaf/hard-of-hearing student using ASL.
• Ability and willingness to provide personal care to a female student.
• Experience working with students with disabilities, preferably in a school or special education setting.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a special education team.
• Strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow directions and implement student support strategies.
• Must be available for the full assignment period and required daily schedule.