Position Title:
 Program Management Support Paraprofessional, SUN program 1:1

Paraprofessionals in the SUN Program

Thank you for your interest in becoming a paraprofessional at Bloomington Public Schools. Paras play an important role in providing behavioral and academic support to students and are often the first go-to person for students during the day.

This video will show what a day looks like in the SUN Program, which is for students with unique needs.  LINK: https://youtu.be/7eB3mCjnENs

Location:Jefferson High School

Effective Date:
  ASAP

Salary:
   Class III ranging from $23.06 - $27.15 per hour
   *Wage placement based on similar experience

Hours:
   6.2 hours per day (Approx. 7:50 am - 2:37 pm)
   5 days per week
  180 days per year
   
Required Education:

• High School Diploma
• 60 credits post-secondary education or a passing score on the Para Pro Exam
• PCA Certification (or the ability to obtain)

Physical Requirements:
  Must have the ability to pass a pre-work physical exam including the following requirements:

• Must have ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must have ability to push/pull equipment including standers, wheelchairs, etc
• Must have ability to repetitively reach overhead
• Must have ability to transfer to/from floor
• Must have ability to kneel

Required Experience:
   Successful experiences working with speical education students in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities:
Work collaboratively with licensed and other staff to assist students with academic, behavioral/social/emotional, instruction, and daily living skills.

• Assist in implementation of assigned tasks including instruction and assisting students academically
• Monitor student's skills of independence and implementation of classroom of individual behavior management programs
• Assist with daily living activities
• Communicate student's progress with case managers

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Until Filled. Applications will be reviewed after five business days
Submit online application, cover letter, transcripts and resume by clicking on the "Apply" button in the top right