REGION III PARAEDUCATOR OF THE YEAR 2018
Do you know of a paraeductor who is as dependable as Old Faithful? How about a
paraeducator who is as determined as Lewis and Clark, or as brave as Sacagawea, who is as
inspiring as the Rocky Mountains, or who has a heart as big as the Big Sky? Now is your
chance to nominate this outstanding person for Paraeducator of the Year! Please complete and
return this application to Region III CSPD at the address below by December 15, 2017.
Name of paraeducator
Where employed (District) ___________________ School
Work Address ______________________________ Work phone
Number of years employed as a paraeducator
Number, type, and age of students/clients served
Nominator’s name/address/phone/email
On the back write a short paragraph telling how this paraeducator exhibits exemplary work skills,
including such qualities as:
Communicating effectively
Taking initiative
Understanding his or her role in the school community/work setting
Describe the unique qualities or characteristics that set this paraeducator apart from his or her peers:
What contributions does this paraeducator make to the school/work environment during the
workday and beyond?
How does this paraeducator make a difference in the lives of his or her students or clients?
What is this paraeducator’s involvement in professional development?
Include statements of support from students, parents, teachers, and/or peers.
One paraeducator will be selected from each region. Awardees will be recognized at the Montana
Council for Exceptional Children Conference, March 1, 2018 in Missoula, Montana.
Submit to: Debra Miller Region III CSPD MSUB/MCIE 1500 University Drive Billings, MT
59101 Fax: (406) 657-2313 Phone: (406) 657-2072 dmiller@msubillings.edu
www.msubillings.edu/cspd
*Paraeducator refers to “paras” working in the school setting in areas such as special education, resource, Title 1,
occupational and physical therapy, speech/language, busing, cafeteria, playground, library and school health room.
