Know Your Role
What is one way paraprofessionals support classroom teachers during lessons?
small group, 1-1 support, classroom management
What does "prompting" mean when working with students?
Giving hints or cues to help them complete a task.
What is one expectation for professionalism in communication?
Use respectful tone, keep confidentiality, check email regularly.
True or False: Paraprofessionals are responsible for writing IEP goals.
FALSE
What is the purpose of a visual schedule?
To help students understand their routine and reduce anxiety.
Where can you find a student’s IEP or behavior plan?
With the case manager or special ed teacher.
What should a paraprofessional do if they are unsure how to handle a situation with a student?
Follow the chain of command: document the concern and communicate with the teacher or supervising staff for guidance.
Name one way to support a student during a meltdown or shutdown.
Stay calm, give space, use de-escalation strategies.
Who do you report student injuries or incidents to first?
The classroom teacher or school nurse.
Give an example of when a para should seek guidance from a teacher.
A student is showing new or escalating behaviors.
What does the term “wait time” mean and why is it important?
Giving students time to process before responding.
What should you do if you’ll be absent?
Notify your supervisor or assigned teacher as early as possible.
What should you do if you're unsure about a task you've been asked to do?
Ask for clarification professionally and respectfully).
What strategy helps build independence in students?
Fading prompting gradually.
True or False: I should communicate with a parent about their child on a regular basis.
FALSE