Classroom paraprofessional

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About the Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (ISBVI):

The Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is nationally and internationally recognized for its excellence and best practices in educating children and young adults who are blind or have low vision. The School is a critical resource for Indiana’s children who are blind or have low vision and the teachers, parents, and caregivers who work with them. Every year, we educate hundreds of children and young adults ranging from 3 to 22 years old and living in all parts of Indiana, many of whom, due to severe or multiple disabilities, other schools in the state have difficulty serving or cannot serve.

Role Overview:

This is a full-time position with all classes being on site at the school. The Classroom Paraprofessional supports teachers and staff in the classroom and at educational events. You will provide additional supervision during special events and as needed to cover staff absences. You may be assigned to supervise students in classrooms, lunchrooms, and off-campus trips under the teacher's supervision.

Salary:

This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $34,216.00 but may be commensurate with education and job experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

Responsibilities include:

• Supervise students in dormitories, classrooms, lunchrooms, and off-campus trips under the supervision of the teacher or residential leader.
• Supervise student housekeeping activities and inspect dorms and living areas for safety and cleanliness.
• Prepare necessary materials as directed by the teacher and/or supervisor.
• Assist with activities outside the classroom and dormitories.
• Support discipline policy of the classroom/residential program resolving conflicts between students and assist in monitoring behavior plans.
• Assure that student hygiene, toileting and safety needs are met.
• Perform a variety of duties providing for the guidance, care, training, development, and socialization of hearing and/or visually impaired, physically challenged, or developmentally-delayed students.
• Follow emergency procedures for fire, storm, and tornado drills and warnings.
• Promote the nine dimensions of student development, including cultural, intellectual, life planning, political, spiritual, physical, emotional, sexual, and social.
• Coordinate programs and recreational activities for students and complete and document programming plans, paperwork, incidents, and student progress.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Basic understanding of the characteristic, needs, and effective methods of guidance for students of varying ages at different stages of development and at different levels of mental ability.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and agency rules and regulations.
• Ability to keep accurate records concerning the care of the students.
• Ability to supervise students in dormitories, classrooms, and other on- and off-campus activities.
• Effective communication skills.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.