Hybrid High Needs Classroom Paraeducator (STP - Structured Teaching Program) chez Freeport School District 145

Inputs 

(activities done by the position/ how they spend their time/ daily schedule

Evidence

(what can we see as a result of the daily schedule - logs, data book, quarterly reports, calendar) 

Outcomes

(what happens for students - attendance, test scores, Panorama scores - how do we know this position is getting good ROI?)

1. Student Care 

   - Provide continuous support to student(s) with significant disabilities in the classroom. 

   - Assist with personal care needs, including toileting, feeding, and mobility

   - Implement individualized behavior management strategies

   - Support students in using assistive technology and communication devices.

2. Instructional Support

   - Implement highly modified curriculum under teacher direction

   - Provide hand-over-hand assistance for academic and life skill activities

   - Use multi-sensory approaches to reinforce learning concepts

   - Adapt classroom materials to meet individual student needs

3. Behavior Management and Safety

   - Implement behavior intervention plans for students with challenging behaviors

   - Use de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies when necessary

   - Ensure student safety at all times, including during transitions and emergencies

   - Monitor and document behavioral incidents and interventions

4. Health and Medical Support

   - Monitor student's health status and report any concerns immediately

   - Implement care plans for students with specific medical needs

5. Social and Communication Support

   - Facilitate social interactions between high-needs students and peers

   - Support the use of alternative and augmentative communication systems

   - Encourage and model appropriate social behaviors

   - Assist in developing and implementing social stories and visual schedules

6. Data Collection and Progress Monitoring

   - Collect detailed data on student performance and behavior as requested. 

   - Document daily activities, interventions, and student responses

   - Assist in preparing reports for IEP meetings and progress updates as requested.

7. Collaboration and Communication

   - Work closely with special education teachers, therapists, and other support staff

   - Participate in team meetings and contribute to student planning

   - Maintain regular communication with parents/guardians about daily activities and progress as requested. 

   - Cooperate with general education teachers for inclusive activities

8. Environmental Management

   - Assist in preparing and maintaining a safe, structured learning environment

   - Organize and manage specialized equipment and materials

   - Assist in creating visual supports and structured learning spaces

   - Ensure cleanliness and hygiene of the learning area

9. Professional Development

   - Attend specialized training on supporting students with significant disabilities as required. 

   - Learn and implement specific therapeutic techniques (e.g., positioning, sensory integration)

   - Stay current with best practices in supporting students with complex needs

   - Participate in training for crisis intervention and emergency procedures

1. Care Logs

   - Daily records of personal care provided

2. Instructional Materials

   - Highly adapted classroom materials and worksheets

   - Customized visual aids and communication boards

   - Modified assessment tools and data collection sheets

3. Behavior Documentation

   - Completed behavior incident reports

   - Data sheets tracking frequency and duration of behaviors as requested. 

   - Progress notes on implementation of behavior intervention plans if needed. 

4. Health and Safety Records

   - Reports of any health concerns or incidents

   - Documentation of implemented safety measures and emergency responses

5. Communication Artifacts

   - Daily communication logs with parents/guardians if requested. 

   - Notes from team meetings and collaboration sessions 

   - Records of interactions facilitated with peers

6. Progress Monitoring Data

   - Detailed data collection sheets on IEP goal progress if requested. 

7. Professional Development Records

   - Certificates from specialized training sessions

   - Notes from workshops on supporting high-needs students

   - Documentation of implemented new strategies or techniques

1. Individual Student Progress

   - Improved achievement of individualized education goals

   - Enhanced ability to participate in educational activities

   - Increased independence in personal care and daily living skills

2. Health and Well-being

   - Better management of medical conditions within the school setting

   - Reduced health-related absences or emergencies

   - Improved overall physical comfort and well-being during school hours

3. Behavior and Emotional Regulation

   - Decreased frequency and intensity of challenging behaviors

   - Improved ability to communicate needs and emotions

   - Enhanced self-regulation skills in various school environments

4. Communication Skills

   - Increased use of communication systems or devices

   - Improved ability to express wants, needs, and ideas

   - Enhanced interaction with peers and staff

5. Social Integration

   - Greater participation in inclusive activities with peers

   - Improved social skills and peer relationships

   - Increased acceptance and understanding from the school community

6. Life Skills Development

   - Progress in essential adaptive skills (e.g., feeding, toileting)

   - Improved ability to follow routines and transitions

   - Enhanced skills for future independence and community participation

7. Academic Engagement

   - Increased time actively engaged in learning activities

   - Improved ability to demonstrate knowledge in adapted formats

   - Enhanced access to grade-level curriculum through modifications

8. Family Support and Satisfaction

   - Improved communication between school and families

   - Increased family confidence in school's ability to meet complex needs

   - Enhanced continuity of care between home and school environments

9. Classroom Dynamics

   - More effective inclusion of high-needs students in various school settings

   - Improved ability of teachers to address diverse learning needs

   - Enhanced overall classroom management and learning environment

10. Staff Competence and Collaboration

    - Increased expertise among staff in supporting students with complex needs

    - Improved coordination of services between educators, therapists, and support staff

    - Enhanced ability to implement transdisciplinary approaches

11. School Culture and Awareness

    - Greater understanding and acceptance of diverse abilities within the school

    - Improved school-wide capacity to support inclusive education

    - Enhanced reputation as a school equipped to serve all students

12. Long-term Student Outcomes

    - Better preparation for post-school life and potential employment

    - Improved quality of life through enhanced skills and independence

    - Increased opportunities for community integration beyond school years