Download or read book The Relationship Between Paraprofessional Job Satisfaction and Student Academic and Co curricular Success for Secondary School Students in Special Education written by Thomas Edward Keane and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The study also asked whether there are differences among schools in the levels of paraprofessional job satisfaction in four areas of job satisfaction cited from the literature. These included role clarity, task consistency, effective communication, and adequate supervision. Student academic success was measured by student MCAS ELA and MCAS Math scores. Co-curricular success was measured by a student Co-curricular Involvement Inventory. The latter is important because special education students who are sufficiency supported have a greater opportunity to become integrated members of the school community and the larger society when they transition from school.

Download or read book Dissertation Abstracts International written by and published by . This book was released on 2007-10 with total page 784 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book An Examination of Training and Job Satisfaction Among Special Education Paraprofessionals written by Elizabeth Anne Hart and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Paraprofessionals in the Classroom written by Betty Y. Ashbaker and published by Prentice Hall. This book was released on 2005-06 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paraprofessionals in the Classroomby Betty Ashbaker and Jill Morgan honors the paraprofessional role of support to the teacher and to student learning. Designed as a primary text for Associate Degree, certificate, and inservice programs for current and aspiring Paraprofessionals in Title I, Gifted, or special education programs, it has been extensively field-tested with educators in both rural and urban settings, and in several states. It models the techniques of effective instruction in a friendly, comprehensive, practical, and jargon-free manner, while providing concepts in basic classroom skills. Each of the chapters presents new information in small steps with frequent reviews, provides examples of good practice of teachers and paraprofessionals working with students, and guides trainees through practice activities. This new text includes “Extending Your Learning” features at ends of all chapters so as to provide paraprofessionals an opportunity to expand on chapter knowledge. Classroom scenarios are frequently used throughout the text to illustrate concepts and techniques for the reader. Numerous forms and exercises of immediate and practical use to Paraprofessionals are also included. Case studies appear at the ends of chapters (as well as on the Companion webite) to help readers learn how to apply new knowledge to practical situations.

Download or read book A Guide to Co Teaching With Paraeducators written by Ann I. Nevin and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2008-08-15 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book provides a valuable resource for the best utilization of paraeducators in the classroom, with tips and tools for making this a successful process." —Melissa Miller, Science Teacher Lynch Middle School, Farmington, AR "Easy to read and understand, this book contains many examples, resources, and up-to-date information pertinent to the role of paraeducators." —Mari Gates, Special Education Co-Teacher Henry B. Burkland Intermediate School, Middleboro, MA Learn how paraeducators can positively impact the achievement of students with special needs in the inclusive classroom! Focused on the expanding role of paraeducators, this hands-on reference provides practical guidelines for collaborating with paraeducators to give students with special needs access to highly qualified instructors in the general education classroom and individualized attention that promotes learning for all students. The authors outline a team approach bolstered by a plan for developing teachers and their paraeducators through built-in school-system supports that allow for appropriate supervision and encourage ongoing training. This comprehensive guide includes tips and strategies for a collaborative planning and instructional process and offers: Reproducible forms that teachers and paraeducators can use to establish effective co-teaching roles Numerous K–12 examples that provide clear direction on how paraeducators can impact student achievement Real-life accounts from three paraeducators to provide authentic, firsthand scenarios Concept maps, chapter summaries, and a glossary of terms for easy navigation of the material A Guide to Co-Teaching With Paraeducators offers general and special education teachers and paraeducators a historical overview of paraprofessional roles, highlights the four types of co-teaching, and addresses legislative mandates, potential legal challenges, and requirements for certification of paraprofessional skills.

Download or read book The Relationship of Temperaments to the Level of Communication and Job Satisfaction Within Special Education Teacher and Paraprofessional Teams written by Lori J. Keim and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Career Development for Non traditional Community College Students as Special Education Paraprofessionals written by Sharonlyn Harrison and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This final report describes the Career Development for Non-Traditional College Students as Special Education Paraprofessionals Project, a Michigan project designed to develop career paths and employment opportunities for paraprofessionals who work with children, youth, and adults with disabilities. Its intent was to develop a value-based curriculum that focuses on community presence and participation, communicates guiding values, and emphasizes; human relationships and support to individuals with disabilities. While learning best practices in the field, students also developed the skills needed for successful academic work. Highlights of the project included: (1) creating career path possibilities for paraprofessionals; (2) affecting persons with developmental disabilities and their families through paraprofessional training experiences that provided a vision of community presence and participation; (3) developing an extensive curriculum and student handbook; (4) developing innovative recruitment strategies, including a closed-captioned video; (5) enhancing the status of the direct-care role through building career paths that allowed paraprofessional to obtain higher education and job advancement within the field; (6) increasing minority participants through targeted minority recruitment; and (7) teaching state of the art strategies to paraprofessionals. Appendices include a paraprofessional curriculum for community inclusion, course listings, and a technical assistance guide. (Cr).

Download or read book Effective Support of Special Education Paraprofessionals to Improve Student Independence and Success written by and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The research question addressed in this project was: How can special education paraprofessionals be more effectively supported to increase the independence for career and college readiness and success of students in special education services? (2014). This capstone encompasses effective paraprofessional utilization in student learning and acclimation to district culture and expectations, a manual for the paraprofessionals and evaluation, and appraisal tools for the development of a strong working team. The capstone outlines current literature, a systematic research plan, results presented in an analytic manner, which encompass the methods for research and the development of a systematic and ongoing training schedule for all paraprofessionals. The motivation for this capstone comes from one teacher's experiences and frustrations with underutilized paraprofessionals and a passion to improve the entire team for greater student success" --

Download or read book Supercharging Student Success written by Laura Goe and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 11 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With nearly a million paraprofessionals working in elementary and secondary schools (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2013), ensuring they are well prepared and supported is essential to their and their students' success. Paraprofessionals work closely with classroom teachers to support students from special populations and are typically supervised by a general or special educator. Because paraprofessionals often work with students who have a disability, are falling behind in critical skills, or are English language learners, it is important that they have the instructional and management skills needed to support these special populations. In addition, because of the widespread implementation of new college- and career-ready standards, paraprofessionals may require additional support to help students learn more rigorous content in new ways. When properly prepared and supported, paraprofessionals can be valuable, if not essential, members of the school community and can offer multiple benefits to students, teachers, and parents. In this Policy Snapshot, the authors summarize existing research about the instructional contributions of paraprofessionals to student learning and behavioral outcomes, as well as their noninstructional contributions. They also identify important state policy considerations for preparation, supervision, professional development, and career development for paraprofessionals and for teachers working with paraprofessionals. This Policy Snapshot provides information that governors, state legislatures, state boards of education, and state education agencies may wish to consider when designing and implementing policies related to paraprofessionals. To help states make informed policy decisions, the authors also include practical examples of paraprofessional programs and policies as well as other resources.

Download or read book Paraprofessionals and Teachers Working Together written by Susan Gingras Fitzell and published by . This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a must read for all general and special education teachers and paraprofessionals, though anyone who works with children would benefit from reading it. Consider it a playbook for successful behavioral management and collaborative support of a child's educational advancement. Teachers and paraprofessionals are given communication strategies to consider when working together. With the help of the handbook, educators can avoid any confusion or contradictions of teaching methods. Managing behavior and providing academic support to students is also outlined. The book is packed with supplemental material for reuse, including a plethora of strategic checklists and chart templates for recording student data. The second edition provides more! Instructions on effective strategies are supplied with forms and charts to prepare educators. Personal checklists included in the book outline the steps necessary to achieve positive changes in behavior and information retention in students. Other forms and charts organize data to assist in making informed decisions about what techniques will have the best success. Paraprofessionals and teachers are encouraged to take full advantage of having the organizational tools already created for them.

Download or read book Professional Development for Paraprofessionals written by Julie Klein and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the prevalence of autism continuing to rise, it is essential that public schools be assisted with identifying best possible outcomes, as well as best practices for supporting the academic success of students in the special education system. Recent data indicate more than 312,000 paraprofessionals are providing services for students with disabilities in the United States (Giangreco, M.F., Broer, S.M., 2005). With the growing reliance on paraprofessional support, who is supporting the paraprofessionals? What knowledge and training is being utilized to support these direct line staff with implementing individualized plans and tailored curriculum to meet each student current need? The manual, Professional Development for Paraprofessionals: Implementing Positive Behavioral Supports for Students Diagnosed with Autism, was designed to assist education professionals with training and support of paraprofessionals in the education field. The manual is geared to encourage paraprofessionals personal and professional growth by creating a larger understanding of the diagnoses of Autism and how it impacts a student life. In addition, the manual will present strategies for paraprofessionals to better assist each student individual need by creating a learning environment which fosters strong motivation, consistency across settings, and clear behavioral expectations throughout a student instructional day.

Download or read book Paraeducator s Resource Guide written by Nancy K. French and published by National Professional Resources Inc./Dude Publishing. This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 6 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This six-page (tri-fold) guide is specially designed for every paraeducator who provides instructional, safety and/or therapeutic services to students and works under the supervision of a certified or licensed school professional. Topics covered include: Asking the right questions Understanding supervision Knowing your schedule Communicating effectively Working with general education vs. special education populations. The accessible and valuable information in this guide will help paraprofessionals successfully carry out their roles and responsibilities.

Download or read book The Paraprofessional s Handbook for Effective Support in Inclusive Classrooms written by Julie Causton and published by . This book was released on 2020-12 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Discover everything a great paraprofessional needs to know and do in the second edition of this bestselling guidebook! Acclaimed inclusion expert Julie Causton and new co-author Kate MacLeod bring you a supremely practical guide to every facet of your complex role: partnering with teachers, selecting accommodations and modifications, facilitating peer connections, fading your support, and much more. WHAT'S NEW: New chapter on Respectful Support for Developing Student Independence, More on key topics such as collaboration, presuming competence, and supporting social and academic success for students with diverse abilities, New and updated research, practices, resources, examples, quiz questions, and reflection activities throughout the book, Package of online materials, including printable activities, forms, and worksheets"--

Download or read book Inclusion written by Peggy A. Hammeken and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume is a guide for auxiliary staff members (non-teachers and non-administrators) working in special educational settings. The author includes an overview of the special education system, basic guidelines to assist readers within the setting, and an assortment of strategies and ideas to implement in the classroom environment. The Appendix includes seventeen reproducible forms to assist with various aspects of inclusive schooling.

Download or read book Breaking the Class Ceiling written by David Haselkorn and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This report examines a grass-roots movement for teacher diversity and development: paraeducator pathways into teaching. The desire to recruit a more diverse pool of teachers for urban schools and critical shortage areas has spurned a renewed interest in paraprofessional career opportunity programs. The 149 paraeducator-to-teacher programs identified in a survey by Recruiting New Teachers are described in terms of program scope and purpose; a profile of participants; overcoming barriers to participation; program models; recruiting, evaluating, and tracing participants; program budget and administration; and outlook. Sources of support for paraeducator-to-teacher programs include foundations, federal and state sponsorship, and teacher unions and paraprofessional associations. The study suggests that the paraeducator-to-teacher programs are an important influence in diversifying the teacher workforce, can be an important link between schools and communities, and can raise skill levels and earning power of their participants. A substantial bibliography is included. The appendices include profiles of nine programs; study methodology; presentation of data from the program survey; strategies to help paraeducators surmount barriers to career advancement; and workshop topics for staff. (ND)

Download or read book The Paraprofessional s Handbook for Effective Support in Inclusive Classrooms written by Julie Causton-Theoharis and published by Brookes Publishing Company. This book was released on 2009 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What does the job of paraprofessional really entail? This insider's guide answers the urgent questions paraprofessionals have as they navigate their complex, and essential, role in the inclusive classroom.