CIA Teacher-Paraprofessional Communication 3

Question 1

A paraprofessional overhears a teacher making a negative comment about a student to a colleague. The most professional response is to:

Accepted Answer

Remain uninvolved and address it privately with the teacher if it continues

Answer

Addressing concerns about professionalism should be done privately and directly, not through escalation or gossip.

Question 2

During a co-taught lesson, the paraprofessional should:

Accepted Answer

Follow the teacher's lead and support students as previously planned

Answer

In co-taught settings, the paraprofessional supports the teacher's instructional plan and avoids undermining the teacher's authority.

Question 3

When a student tells the paraprofessional something concerning about their home life, the paraprofessional's first responsibility is to:

Accepted Answer

Inform the teacher and follow the school's reporting procedures

Answer

Paraprofessionals must report student disclosures to the supervising teacher and follow mandated reporting protocols.

Question 4

A teacher gives a paraprofessional feedback indicating that their prompting style is too directive. The paraprofessional should:

Accepted Answer

Thank the teacher and ask for specific examples of less directive prompting

Answer

Receiving feedback professionally means acknowledging it and seeking clarification to improve practice.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of appropriate nonverbal communication between a paraprofessional and teacher during instruction?

Accepted Answer

Making eye contact and giving a nod to confirm a student needs support

Answer

Pre-established nonverbal cues like eye contact and nods allow seamless in-the-moment communication without disrupting instruction.

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