General Flashcards
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A paraprofessional's PRIMARY professional responsibility in the classroom is to:
Answer: Support the teacher's instructional goals by assisting students under the teacher's direction
Paraprofessionals work under the direction of a licensed teacher to support instruction and student learning. They are not independent instructors or decision-makers for special education placements.
A student with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) requires extended time on tests. A paraprofessional should:
Answer: Ensure the accommodation is provided consistently as specified in the IEP
IEP accommodations are legally required. The paraprofessional must implement them consistently and exactly as written — they have no authority to modify or selectively apply accommodations.
During a classroom lesson, a student becomes frustrated and throws a pencil. What is the BEST immediate response for the paraprofessional?
Answer: Calmly redirect the student and use a de-escalation strategy, then follow the teacher's behavioral plan
Calm redirection and de-escalation follow best practices for managing frustration-based behaviors. The paraprofessional should act within the established behavioral support plan.
Which of the following BEST describes the concept of 'differentiated instruction' that a paraprofessional might assist with?
Answer: Tailoring instruction to meet the diverse learning needs, styles, and readiness levels of individual students
Differentiated instruction involves modifying content, process, or product to meet the varying needs of learners — adapting instruction so all students can access the curriculum.
A paraprofessional overhears two teachers discussing a student's confidential information in a public hallway. What is the appropriate response?
Answer: Quietly remind the colleagues that confidential discussions should take place in private settings
Student information is protected under FERPA. Confidential discussions should take place in private settings, and a colleague can appropriately and respectfully remind others of this professional obligation.
A paraprofessional notices a student has a bruise that the student says 'happened at home.' The paraprofessional suspects possible abuse. What should the paraprofessional do?
Answer: Report the concern to the teacher or school administrator immediately, as required by mandated reporter laws
Paraprofessionals are mandated reporters under most state laws. Suspected child abuse or neglect must be reported to a supervisor immediately, who then initiates the proper reporting chain.