CEP Professional Standards & Ethics 3

Question 1

A paraprofessional overhears a student make a comment suggesting they may harm themselves. The paraprofessional's immediate responsibility is to:

Accepted Answer

Report the comment to the supervising teacher or counselor right away

Answer

Any indication of self-harm must be immediately escalated to a qualified school professional who is trained to assess and respond.

Question 2

Which statement accurately describes a paraprofessional's role in instruction?

Accepted Answer

Paraprofessionals implement instruction under the direction of a licensed teacher

Answer

Paraprofessionals support and implement instruction planned by licensed teachers and do not independently design core curriculum.

Question 3

A paraprofessional is asked by a friend who works at a community center whether a mutual acquaintance's child has an IEP. The correct response is to:

Accepted Answer

Decline to share any student information, citing confidentiality

Answer

Student records, including IEP status, are protected under FERPA and must not be disclosed outside proper educational channels.

Question 4

Professional development is important for paraprofessionals primarily because:

Accepted Answer

It improves skills and knowledge to better support student learning

Answer

Ongoing professional development enhances paraprofessionals' effectiveness in supporting diverse student needs and instructional goals.

Question 5

A paraprofessional notices that a student's IEP accommodation calls for extended time on tests, but the teacher has not been providing it. The paraprofessional should:

Accepted Answer

Remind the teacher of the accommodation privately and document the concern

Answer

Paraprofessionals should advocate for IEP compliance by bringing the oversight to the teacher's attention through professional communication.

(CEP) Certified Educational Paraprofessional Practice Test

(CEP) Certified Educational Paraprofessional Practice Test

CEP Professional Standards & Ethics 3