ParaPro General 4

Question 1

A paraeducator notices a student copying answers from a classmate during a test. What is the most appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Quietly remind the student to do their own work and report to the teacher

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Ignore it since the supervising teacher is in the room

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Publicly announce that a student is cheating

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Take the student's test paper away immediately

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the role of a paraeducator in an inclusive classroom?

Accepted Answer

To support the teacher in providing instruction and assistance to students

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To serve as the primary decision-maker for student instruction

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To replace the teacher when the teacher is absent

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To focus exclusively on students with disabilities

Question 3

A student with an IEP requires extended time on tests. Who is responsible for ensuring this accommodation is provided?

Accepted Answer

The supervising teacher, with support from the paraeducator

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Only the paraeducator assigned to the student

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Only the student's parents

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The school principal

Question 4

When working with a student who has limited English proficiency, a paraeducator should:

Accepted Answer

Use visual aids, gestures, and simplified language to support comprehension

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Speak only in the student's native language at all times

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Refer all communication to a translator and avoid direct interaction

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Treat the student identically to fluent English speakers

Question 5

A parent stops a paraeducator in the hallway to ask detailed questions about their child's academic progress. The paraeducator should:

Accepted Answer

Decline to comment and direct the parent to schedule a meeting with the teacher

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Answer all questions thoroughly based on personal observations

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Share the student's test scores and grades directly

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Suggest the parent speak with the principal instead

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of a paraeducator maintaining professional boundaries?

Accepted Answer

Keeping student information confidential and discussing concerns only with the teacher

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Giving a struggling student their personal phone number for extra help

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Sharing a student's behavioral issues with other parents at pickup

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Becoming close friends with students outside of school

Question 7

A paraeducator is asked to lead a small group reading activity. The best approach is to:

Accepted Answer

Follow the teacher's lesson plan and instructional strategies

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Design the lesson independently based on personal teaching style

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Skip any parts of the lesson the students find boring

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Focus only on students who are already performing well