(Professional) Flashcards

A teacher asks a paraprofessional to implement a new reading strategy they are not familiar with. What should the paraeducator do first?

Answer: Ask the teacher for modeling, explanation, or resources before implementing

Paraeducators should request training, modeling, or resources from the teacher before implementing unfamiliar strategies to ensure fidelity.

Which of the following is the most appropriate way for a paraeducator to handle conflict with a supervising teacher?

Answer: Discuss concerns respectfully in a private setting

Conflicts should be resolved through respectful private communication, maintaining professionalism and keeping students' learning environment unaffected.

A paraprofessional is supporting a student with autism who uses an AAC device. What is the most important principle to follow?

Answer: Allow the student adequate time to communicate using their device

Students using AAC must be given sufficient wait time to communicate; speaking for them undermines their independence and communication development.

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'least restrictive environment' (LRE) and how a paraeducator supports it?

Answer: Supporting students with disabilities to participate in the general education setting to the greatest extent appropriate

LRE requires that students with disabilities be educated alongside non-disabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate, with paraeducator support enabling that inclusion.

A paraeducator is asked by a coworker to share confidential student information. What is the correct response?

Answer: Decline and explain that student information is confidential under FERPA

FERPA protects student educational records; paraeducators must not share confidential student information with colleagues who do not have a legitimate educational need.

Which practice best supports effective communication between a paraeducator and the supervising teacher?

Answer: Scheduling regular check-ins and providing brief written updates on student progress

Regular check-ins and written updates ensure the teacher stays informed and can adjust instruction based on student progress observed by the paraeducator.

A paraprofessional is assigned to support several students but one student demands constant attention. What is the best approach?

Answer: Develop strategies with the teacher to promote the student's independence and balance support across students

The paraeducator should collaborate with the teacher to build the student's independence while ensuring all assigned students receive appropriate support.