Para Pro Preparation & Testing

Paraprofessional Preparation & Testing:

Passing the Para Pro meets the Tier 1 requirement for SDE Paraprofessional Certification

**An approved assessment for Paraprofessionals to meet the SDE requirement for ALL Paras working in schools**

February 16, 2023

8:30am- 5:00pm

Connors State College

Computer Lab 15

Garner Science Building

2501 N 41st Street East

Muskogee, OK 74403

Registration Deadline- February 13, 2023

Presented by:

Dr. Kaylin Coody has over forty years of experience in Oklahoma public schools. Recently retired as a Superintendent, she currently serves as Associate Director of OSAC. She brings expertise in special education, speech-language pathology, school finance and leadership. She has presented at numerous local, state and national conferences and provided consultation services to a variety of schools across the state.

Target Audience:

All paraprofessionals and teacher assistants

Purpose:

This training provides introduction and practice for the Para Prep test and then taking the actual test. Passing the Para Pro is one of the acceptable criteria to meet the requirements for working with all students.

Agenda:

8:30-8:45       Welcome, Introductions & Details

8:45-9:30       What is the Para Pro?

9:30-10:15     Looking at the Review

10:15-11        BREAK

11-12             Para Pro Practice

12-12:30       Working Lunch (provided) – General Test Prep

12:30-1         Para Pro Practice

1-1:45            BREAK

1:45-5:00       Para Pro Assessment

Cost:

$150 for OSAC members

$200 for non-members

Lunch is included

Cancellation Policy:

Since meals, presenters, training materials, and other costs are pre-paid by OSAC, please provide notice of cancellation at least 4 days prior to any OSAC event you are registered to attend. Your district will not be charged for cancellations made within 4 days of the event. Cancellations within 48 hours of an OSAC event will be charged at half price. No-shows will be charged at full price. Thank you for understanding!