Paraprofessional

Title: Paraprofessional (10-Month) This position will not start until the end of August Who we are: Reach Cyber Charter School is a tuition-free online public K–12 school in Pennsylvania, connecting students with certified teachers and a high-quality curriculum. Authorized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education in 2016, Reach Cyber Charter School is state certified and open to students throughout Pennsylvania with a vision to inspire and nurture future success for all students. Our Reach family promotes a vision that provides a collaborative team environment and allows you to utilize various resources to inspire and nurture future success for all students in Pennsylvania. Position Summary: The Special Education Paraprofessional will assist teachers with implementing learning experiences that advance the intellectual, emotional, social and physical development of students with disabilities in a safe, healthy learning environment. This position will work in small groups and/or 1:1 with students to provide support in the special education setting throughout the day. The Special Education Paraprofessional will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks: - Assist the classroom teacher with the development and presentation of virtual learning materials and instructional exercises. - Reinforce concepts across settings that were taught in specialized instruction - Participate in meetings where communication and implementing strategies are discussed - Assist special education teachers with classroom activities and lessons - Supervise and provide instructional assistance to students within virtual break-out rooms. - Adapt and modify coursework under the direction of the special education teacher - Assist teachers with behavior support plan implementation - Assist teachers and student with the use of assistive technology to further learning opportunities and expression of knowledge - Assist special education teachers with the administration of benchmark assessments - Contact families and students as assigned by special education teachers - Perform office duties related to the documentation and implementation of specialized programming - Perform clerical and recordkeeping duties as directed. - Operate a variety of instructional media to assist student (Zoom, Nearpod) - Assist in the enforcement of virtual classroom discipline according to established policy and procedures. - Utilize appropriate mode of communication according to students’ needs. - Assist in the implementation of therapy programs developed by speech and language therapist, physical therapist and/or occupational therapist. - Adhere to the established work schedule, through regular and consistent attendance. - Demonstrate a commitment to Diversity, Equitable and Inclusive practices. - Follow all federal, state and local laws/ requirements pertaining to privacy practices, including but not limited to, FERPA and HIPAA Education/Qualifications: - Minimum Education/Certification: - Associate degree or higher required - Completed the Credential of Competency for Special Education Paraeducators through the PA Department of Education. - Completed at least two (2) years of postsecondary study; minimum of 48 credit hours. - If preferred Education is not met, must complete Bureau of Special Education Paraprofessional Credential of Competency: Entry Level Training Series within 90 days of hire. Experience Requirements: - Prior Paraprofessional experience preferred - Experience in a cyber education setting preferred - Ability to collaborate and work well with others Knowledge / Skills / Abilities - Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products) - Excellent communication skills - Customer focused approach - High degree of flexibility - Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment - Team player track record Essential Functions / Duties / Responsibilities: - Must reside in