NPC Professional Responsibilities & Ethical Standards 3

Question 1

A paraprofessional is assigned to assist a student with a physical disability. The student asks the paraprofessional not to help them with a task they can do independently. What should the paraprofessional do?

Accepted Answer

Honor the student's request and allow them to complete the task independently

Answer

Promoting student independence and self-determination is a core ethical responsibility; paraprofessionals should not over-assist when students can and want to work independently.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a paraprofessional acting OUTSIDE their appropriate scope of practice?

Accepted Answer

Modifying a student's IEP goals without consulting the supervising teacher

Answer

Modifying IEP goals is a licensed professional's responsibility; paraprofessionals implement plans designed by qualified team members, not alter them.

Question 3

Ongoing professional development is important for paraprofessionals primarily because:

Accepted Answer

It improves their ability to effectively support student learning

Answer

Professional development enhances the skills and knowledge paraprofessionals need to effectively support students and collaborate with licensed staff.

Question 4

A paraprofessional notices that a student's behavior plan does not seem to be working. The most appropriate response is to:

Accepted Answer

Document observations and share them with the supervising teacher

Answer

Paraprofessionals contribute valuable observational data and should communicate concerns to the supervising teacher, who has authority to modify intervention plans.

Question 5

Which of the following best illustrates cultural responsiveness in a paraprofessional's practice?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledging and respecting cultural differences that influence student learning and behavior

Answer

Cultural responsiveness involves recognizing and honoring students' diverse cultural backgrounds as assets that shape their learning and behavior.

(NPC) National Paraprofessional Certification Practice Test

(NPC) National Paraprofessional Certification Practice Test

NPC Professional Responsibilities & Ethical Standards 3