Job Description

Position: Full-Time Paraprofessional(s)\xe2\x80\x93 Unique Learner Educational Support
Location: Milford High School
Reports To: Principal/Special Education Administrator
Starting Date: August 2023

Qualifications:

• Eligible for Delaware Paraprofessional Certification using one of the three options:
• High School Diploma and Passing Paraprofessional Assessment or
• Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher learning and accumulating at least 60 credits or
• Associate\xe2\x80\x99s degree or higher

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position including but not limited to:
• assisting students with mobility and transitions.
• ability to lift 50 pounds.
• ability to push or pull 50 pounds.
• Experience working with students who receive special education services preferred.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Assists in a variety of instructional and behavioral support with an individual or groups of students as assigned.
• Records data on individual students as assigned and in regards to IEP goals.
• Assists in adapting/modifying instructional activities and materials.
• Adjusts instructional style in response to student needs, ability or developmental level.
• Reinforces subjects and behaviors taught by the teacher. Responds to student behavioral needs in ways which are appropriate and respectful to the student.
• Monitors activities and behavior of children to ensure their physical and environmental safekeeping, as well as adherence to appropriate conduct and disciplinary controls.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relations with others.
• Assists teachers in checking and objectively evaluating progress; teaches children individually and in small groups reinforcing skills based upon instructional guidelines.
• Works with students who receive special education services and is sensitive to the specialized needs of these students.
• Participate in professional growth activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment: 7.5 hours/day - 185 days per school year. Salary and work year to be according to the current salary schedule.

Salary and Benefits: Salary range and benefits are commensurate with qualifications and experience in accordance with Board of Education Policy.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board\xe2\x80\x99s policy on evaluation of professional personnel.

Application Process:
Internal applicants must complete a shortened online application by clicking on \xe2\x80\x9cEmployment\xe2\x80\x9d at the top of the website: . Internal applicants are encouraged to upload current letters of recommendation and resume.

External applicants must follow the application process. All qualified and interested persons are invited to complete the online application by clicking on \xe2\x80\x9cEmployment\xe2\x80\x9d at the top of the website: . Only completed application packets will be considered. The following items must be included:

• Resume
• Copy of unofficial transcripts
• Three separate letters of recommendation

Application Deadline: August 24, 2023 or until filled

For more information contact: Laura Manges, Director of Human Resources, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963 Tel: 302-424-6393 or Email:

Employment with the Milford School District is contingent upon successful:

• Criminal Background Check
• Child Protection Registry Check
• Physician\xe2\x80\x99s Health Certification
• TB Test (within last five years)
• Verification of Credentials and Past Employment
• Adherence to School District Policies
• Milford Board of Education Approval

Milford School District reserves the right to take disciplinary action up to and including termination upon discovering false or misleading statements and/or documents after an offer of employment has been accepted. The Human Resources staff will assist in completion of all required documentation.

Milford School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment or in educational programs, services or activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or upon any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.

If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, Delaware 19963. Telephone (302) 422-1600.

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