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Question 1Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional notices a student choking and unable to speak or cough. What is the most appropriate immediate response?

  1. Send the student to the clinic without adult escort
  2. Begin abdominal thrusts and have someone call for emergency help Correct answer.
  3. Wait to see if the student can clear the blockage alone
  4. Give the student water to help clear the blockage

Explanation

A student who cannot speak or cough has a severe airway obstruction that requires immediate intervention. Abdominal thrusts plus activating emergency medical services is the standard response. Delays or giving fluids increase risk of complete obstruction.

Question 2Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which action best protects student confidentiality for a paraprofessional?

  1. Posting student work with names on a public classroom website
  2. Telling a neighbor about a student's behavior plan
  3. Sharing classroom updates with the student's other teachers only Correct answer.
  4. Discussing a student's IEP goals in the faculty lounge

Explanation

Educational records and disability information may be shared only with school staff who have a legitimate educational interest. Limiting discussion to relevant teachers supports confidentiality. Public posting and casual conversation with outsiders violate privacy expectations.

Question 3Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional is asked to administer a medication to a student. What should the paraprofessional do first?

  1. Estimate the dose based on the student's age
  2. Give the medication because the teacher requested it
  3. Check the school's medication policy and required authorization Correct answer.
  4. Ask another student to deliver the medication

Explanation

Medication administration is governed by state law and district policy, often requiring written parental authorization and specific training. A paraprofessional must confirm authorization and training before acting. Informal requests or estimates do not meet legal standards.

Question 4Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which practice best supports a student with a visual impairment during whole-class instruction?

  1. Seating the student at the back to reduce distraction
  2. Relying only on printed handouts
  3. Speaking more loudly than usual
  4. Describing aloud what is written on the board Correct answer.

Explanation

Students with visual impairments benefit when visual information is paired with verbal description. Proximity and accessible materials also help. Volume changes and back-row seating do not address access to visual content.

Question 5Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A student with an IEP has a goal to complete five math problems independently. The paraprofessional should primarily do which of the following?

  1. Complete the problems so the student finishes on time
  2. Change the goal because it seems too easy
  3. Provide supports listed in the plan and record the student's performance Correct answer.
  4. Decide the student no longer needs special education services

Explanation

Paraprofessionals implement the IEP as written and collect data on student performance. Goals and eligibility decisions belong to the IEP team. Doing the work for the student undermines the purpose of the goal.

Question 6Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which is the best example of positive behavior support?

  1. Praising a student for raising a hand before speaking Correct answer.
  2. Sending a student to the office without warning
  3. Ignoring all off-task behavior
  4. Removing recess for the entire class

Explanation

Positive behavior support emphasizes teaching and reinforcing desired behaviors. Specific praise for an appropriate behavior increases the likelihood it will recur. Group punishment and unplanned removals are not proactive supports.

Question 7Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

During a small-group reading activity, two students begin arguing loudly. What is the best first step for the paraprofessional?

  1. Continue the lesson and ignore the argument
  2. Calmly redirect both students and restate expectations Correct answer.
  3. Threaten both students with a failing grade
  4. Leave the room to find the principal

Explanation

Early, calm redirection with clear expectations is the least intrusive effective response to minor conflict. Leaving the group unsupervised or escalating with threats is inappropriate. Ignoring escalating conflict allows it to continue.

Question 8Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional is unsure whether a task falls within their assigned duties. What is the most appropriate action?

  1. Perform the task and ask questions later
  2. Refuse all tasks until the end of the day
  3. Ask the supervising teacher or administrator for clarification Correct answer.
  4. Ask a student what they think

Explanation

Paraprofessionals work under the direction of certified staff. When duties are unclear, clarifying with the supervisor ensures tasks are appropriate and legal. Acting first and asking later risks errors.

Question 9Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which statement best describes the role of a paraprofessional in student assessment?

  1. The paraprofessional may administer or proctor assessments as directed and report results accurately Correct answer.
  2. The paraprofessional decides final grades for all students
  3. The paraprofessional may alter test answers to help students pass
  4. The paraprofessional designs the district's standardized tests

Explanation

Paraprofessionals may support assessment by administering or proctoring under direction, but they must report results honestly. Grade decisions and test design remain with certified staff. Altering responses is a serious ethics violation.

Question 10Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A student shares that a family member hurt them at home. What should the paraprofessional do?

  1. Promise to keep the information secret
  2. Investigate the family situation personally
  3. Report the disclosure to the appropriate school official per policy Correct answer.
  4. Wait until the end of the week to see if it happens again

Explanation

School personnel are mandated reporters of suspected child abuse and neglect. Disclosures must be reported promptly through proper channels. Promising secrecy or investigating personally is inappropriate.

Question 11Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which strategy best promotes student independence for a student who frequently asks for help before trying a task?

  1. Doing the task for the student each time
  2. Ignoring all requests for help
  3. Encouraging the student to try a first step and then check in Correct answer.
  4. Assigning the task to a peer to complete

Explanation

Prompting a first attempt builds self-efficacy and problem-solving. The paraprofessional remains available for support without taking over. Doing the work or ignoring requests undermines independence.

Question 12Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which is an example of a developmentally appropriate accommodation for a young student with fine-motor delays?

  1. Providing pencil grips and wider-lined paper Correct answer.
  2. Assigning a lower grade for messy work
  3. Requiring the student to write twice as much
  4. Removing handwriting instruction entirely

Explanation

Accommodations change how a student accesses learning without changing expectations. Pencil grips and wider lines reduce motor barriers. Extra writing or penalties for neatness do not address the delay.

Question 13Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional is helping a student who uses an augmentative communication device. What is the best practice?

  1. Speak only to the adult aide about the student
  2. Answer for the student to save time
  3. Turn off the device during instruction
  4. Allow the student time to use the device and respond to their message Correct answer.

Explanation

Respecting and waiting for a student's communication supports autonomy and language development. Responding to the student's message validates their communication. Speaking over or disabling the device denies access.

Question 14Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which action best demonstrates culturally responsive support?

  1. Correcting students' home language in casual conversation
  2. Learning about students' backgrounds and incorporating examples relevant to them Correct answer.
  3. Ignoring students' cultural backgrounds to treat everyone the same
  4. Using only examples from one culture

Explanation

Culturally responsive practice recognizes students' backgrounds as assets and connects instruction to their experiences. Treating everyone identically can overlook barriers, while using a single cultural frame excludes others.

Question 15Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional is asked to supervise students on the playground. Which is the most important safety practice?

  1. Reading a book while students play
  2. Allowing students to leave the designated area freely
  3. Standing in one spot with a blind corner
  4. Positioning to maintain sightlines of all students Correct answer.

Explanation

Active supervision requires positioning that keeps all students in view. Blind spots and inattention allow injuries and conflicts to go unnoticed. Clear boundaries also keep students safe.

Question 16Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which practice best supports English learners in a general classroom?

  1. Speaking rapidly to accelerate exposure
  2. Using visuals, gestures, and clear step-by-step directions Correct answer.
  3. Discouraging use of the student's first language
  4. Assigning only written work without context

Explanation

Multimodal supports such as visuals and gestures make content comprehensible for English learners. Clear, manageable directions reduce language load. Discouraging the first language or speaking rapidly does not aid comprehension.

Question 17Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional sees a student being bullied in the hallway. What is the best response?

  1. Intervene to stop the behavior and report it to the appropriate staff Correct answer.
  2. Ignore it because it happened outside the classroom
  3. Tell the student to handle it alone
  4. Record the incident and post it online

Explanation

Staff must intervene to stop bullying and report it through school procedures. Documenting publicly or ignoring the behavior fails the student. Telling the student to handle it alone leaves them unsafe.

Question 18Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which is the best way for a paraprofessional to support a student who is learning to follow a daily schedule?

  1. Change the schedule every hour without notice
  2. Remove the schedule after one day
  3. Complete the student's tasks for them
  4. Provide a visual schedule and review it with the student Correct answer.

Explanation

Visual schedules make routines predictable and support students who struggle with transitions. Reviewing the schedule builds understanding. Frequent changes or removing supports undermine progress.

Question 19Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional is asked to lift a student who uses a wheelchair. What should the paraprofessional do?

  1. Use trained techniques and equipment per the student's plan and policy Correct answer.
  2. Avoid all interaction with the student
  3. Ask a student to help lift
  4. Lift the student alone to save time

Explanation

Safe transfers require trained techniques and appropriate equipment to protect both student and staff. Lifting alone or using untrained helpers risks serious injury. Ignoring the student is not an option.

Question 20Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which statement reflects an ethical responsibility of paraprofessionals?

  1. Use district time for personal business
  2. Accept gifts in exchange for grades
  3. Treat all students with respect and fairness Correct answer.
  4. Share student information freely with friends

Explanation

Ethical conduct includes fairness, respect, and protecting student information. Accepting gifts for grades or misusing work time violates professional standards. Confidentiality applies to all student information.

Question 21Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

During a fire drill, a paraprofessional's main responsibility is to do which of the following?

  1. Send students out first and stay behind
  2. Leave the building alone to check the alarm
  3. Follow the school's evacuation plan and account for assigned students Correct answer.
  4. Finish the current lesson before evacuating

Explanation

Drill and emergency procedures require staff to guide students to designated areas and account for them. Delaying evacuation or abandoning students compromises safety.

Question 22Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A student is struggling with a math concept. Which response best supports learning?

  1. Break the concept into smaller steps and use concrete examples Correct answer.
  2. Tell the student they are just not good at math
  3. Give the answer immediately
  4. Move on to a harder concept

Explanation

Scaffolding by breaking tasks into steps and using concrete examples supports understanding. Providing answers or discouraging statements undermines learning. Moving ahead too quickly skips needed foundations.

Question 23Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which behavior best demonstrates active listening with a student?

  1. Interrupting to correct the student quickly
  2. Nodding, making eye contact, and paraphrasing what the student said Correct answer.
  3. Checking a phone while the student talks
  4. Changing the subject to a lesson

Explanation

Active listening involves attention, eye contact, and reflecting back what was heard. Interrupting or dividing attention signals disinterest. Redirecting to a lesson does not acknowledge the student's message.

Question 24Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional is asked to share a student's behavior data with the classroom teacher. What is the appropriate action?

  1. Share accurate data with the supervising teacher as part of the team Correct answer.
  2. Refuse because data is always private from teachers
  3. Share the data with the student's classmates
  4. Alter the data to make the student look better

Explanation

Behavior data informs instructional and behavioral decisions by the team. Sharing accurate data with the supervising teacher is appropriate and expected. Altering data is dishonest, and classmates have no need to know.

Question 25Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A student's behavior escalates during independent work. Which sequence best reflects a proactive response?

  1. Notice early signs, reduce demands, offer a break, and follow the behavior plan Correct answer.
  2. Argue with the student about the behavior
  3. Remove the student from class permanently
  4. Wait for a crisis, then call for help

Explanation

Proactive behavior support involves recognizing early warning signs and following planned de-escalation steps. Early breaks and reduced demands can prevent escalation. Waiting for a crisis or arguing increases risk.

Question 26Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional notices that a student's individualized education program (IEP) lists a testing accommodation the student is not receiving. What is the most appropriate action?

  1. Quietly provide the accommodation without telling anyone
  2. Decide the accommodation is unnecessary and ignore it
  3. Discuss the student's IEP details with other students' parents
  4. Report the discrepancy to the supervising teacher so the team can address it Correct answer.

Explanation

Paraprofessionals implement plans under teacher direction and must report concerns through proper channels. Sharing IEP details or acting independently violates confidentiality and team roles.

Question 27Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which term describes a legal right of students with disabilities to be educated alongside peers without disabilities to the maximum appropriate extent?

  1. Due process
  2. Least restrictive environment Correct answer.
  3. Child find
  4. Manifestation determination

Explanation

Least restrictive environment (LRE) is the IDEA principle requiring education with nondisabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate. The other terms refer to other procedural safeguards and processes.

Question 28Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional is told by a substitute teacher to do something that conflicts with the regular teacher's written instructions. What is the best course of action?

  1. Follow the substitute's direction since substitutes are in charge
  2. Leave the classroom to find the principal immediately
  3. Politely explain the regular teacher's plan and contact the regular teacher or an administrator for clarification Correct answer.
  4. Refuse to do anything until the regular teacher returns

Explanation

Clarifying conflicting directions through respectful communication and proper channels protects students and the paraprofessional. Abandoning duties or ignoring plans creates risk.

Question 29Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which action best protects student confidentiality in a school setting?

  1. Emailing student records to a personal account for convenience
  2. Discussing a student's progress in the teachers' lounge with colleagues
  3. Sharing student information only with staff who have a legitimate educational need Correct answer.
  4. Posting classroom photos with student names on social media

Explanation

Confidentiality rules permit sharing education records only with school officials who have a legitimate educational interest. Casual discussion and personal storage of records breach that duty.

Question 30Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A student with limited English proficiency does not understand a direction during a classroom activity. Which response is most appropriate?

  1. Speak more loudly and repeat the same words
  2. Use gestures, visuals, and simplified language to clarify Correct answer.
  3. Skip the student and check back later
  4. Ask another student to translate all future instructions

Explanation

English learners benefit from multimodal supports such as visuals, gestures, and simplified wording. Repeating louder or relying on peers as translators does not build understanding.

Question 31Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which practice is a developmentally appropriate way to support a young child who has difficulty with fine-motor tasks?

  1. Assign the child extra handwriting worksheets as punishment
  2. Provide adapted tools such as larger pencils or pencil grips Correct answer.
  3. Reduce the child's recess time to practice writing
  4. Require the child to complete all written work without assistance

Explanation

Adapted materials remove barriers while preserving participation. Withholding recess or assigning punitive practice does not address the motor difficulty.

Question 32Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional is asked to administer a standardized test to a small group. Which behavior best maintains test security?

  1. Keeping test materials secure and following the scripted directions exactly Correct answer.
  2. Allowing students to take materials home to finish
  3. Reviewing test items with students before the session
  4. Discussing specific test questions with colleagues afterward

Explanation

Test security requires controlled materials and standardized administration per the manual. Previewing or discussing items compromises validity.

Question 33Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional observes a student repeatedly leaving their seat without permission. Which action best supports the teacher's behavior plan?

  1. Confront the student in front of the class
  2. Ignore the behavior entirely
  3. Document the behavior objectively as the plan specifies and report it Correct answer.
  4. Change the behavior plan without consulting the teacher

Explanation

Paraprofessionals support behavior plans by collecting objective data and reporting through the teacher. Public confrontation or unilateral changes undermine the plan.

Question 34Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which statement best describes the meaning of a student's individualized education program (IEP)?

  1. A list of disciplinary consequences for a student
  2. A general lesson plan used for the entire class
  3. A legal document outlining goals, services, and accommodations for a student with a disability Correct answer.
  4. A record of a student's grades and attendance

Explanation

An IEP is a legally binding plan developed by a team that specifies goals, services, and accommodations. It is not a general lesson plan or a discipline record.

Question 35Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional is working with a student who uses a communication device and is not responding during a lesson. What is the most appropriate action?

  1. Answer for the student to keep the lesson moving
  2. Ask the student to explain why the device is slow
  3. Wait patiently and give the student time to formulate a response Correct answer.
  4. Remove the device so the student will speak

Explanation

Students using augmentative communication need adequate wait time to compose responses. Speaking for them or removing the device undermines communication access.

Question 36Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which action best demonstrates respect for a student's cultural background?

  1. Incorporating examples and materials that reflect students' cultures Correct answer.
  2. Discouraging students from discussing their home traditions
  3. Using only one cultural perspective in lessons
  4. Assuming all students from a cultural group learn the same way

Explanation

Culturally responsive practice incorporates students' backgrounds into instruction and avoids stereotyping. Assuming uniformity or excluding home cultures harms engagement.

Question 37Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional sees a student with a known seizure disorder begin to have a seizure. What is the most appropriate first action?

  1. Follow the student's seizure protocol and protect the student from injury Correct answer.
  2. Leave the student alone and continue the lesson
  3. Put something in the student's mouth
  4. Restrain the student's movements

Explanation

Seizure response requires following the student's individualized protocol and keeping the student safe. Restraint and placing objects in the mouth are dangerous.

Question 38Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which behavior best demonstrates a paraprofessional's ethical use of social media?

  1. Discussing a student's behavior with friends online
  2. Posting anonymous complaints about students
  3. Posting photos of students with their names
  4. Sharing classroom success stories without any identifying details Correct answer.

Explanation

Ethical social media use avoids disclosing personally identifiable student information. Complaints and identifiable posts violate confidentiality and professionalism.

Question 39Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

During a transition between classes, a paraprofessional notices a student is missing from the group. What is the best immediate action?

  1. Alert staff and follow the school's missing-student procedure right away Correct answer.
  2. Continue to the destination and assume the student will arrive
  3. Send another student alone to search the building
  4. Wait until the end of the period to report

Explanation

Missing students require immediate reporting and adherence to school procedures to ensure safety. Delaying or sending unsupervised students to search increases risk.

Question 40Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which statement best describes the paraprofessional's role in supporting instruction?

  1. Evaluating teacher performance
  2. Reinforcing skills and providing practice under the teacher's direction Correct answer.
  3. Determining student grades without teacher input
  4. Designing the core curriculum independently

Explanation

Paraprofessionals support instruction by reinforcing and practicing skills under teacher direction. Curriculum design, grading, and evaluation remain with certified staff.

Question 41Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A student becomes frustrated and puts their head down during independent work. Which response best reflects a supportive approach?

  1. Calmly offer a brief break or a simpler starting point, following the teacher's plan Correct answer.
  2. Send the student to the office without discussion
  3. Demand the student finish the work immediately
  4. Ignore the student until the end of class

Explanation

Offering a brief break or reducing task demand helps de-escalate frustration within the teacher's plan. Demanding compliance or ignoring the student may worsen the situation.

Question 42Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which practice best supports a student's reading fluency during paired practice?

  1. Skipping the rereading step to save time
  2. Correcting every error immediately and loudly
  3. Modeling fluent reading and allowing the student to reread the passage Correct answer.
  4. Reading the entire passage for the student

Explanation

Modeling and repeated reading are evidence-based fluency supports. Constant loud correction or reading for the student reduces practice opportunities.

Question 43Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional is unsure how to record data on a behavior chart. What is the most appropriate action?

  1. Guess at the entries and continue
  2. Ask the supervising teacher to clarify the recording procedure Correct answer.
  3. Change the chart to a format that seems easier
  4. Skip recording until someone notices

Explanation

Accurate data collection requires clarification from the supervising teacher. Guessing or altering the chart undermines the plan and documentation.

Question 44Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which action best reflects the principle of maintaining a safe and orderly classroom environment?

  1. Reviewing routines and expectations consistently with students Correct answer.
  2. Allowing students to move freely without expectations
  3. Changing rules daily so students stay alert
  4. Using threats to discourage misbehavior

Explanation

Consistent review of routines and expectations supports predictability and safety. Unclear, changing, or threatening approaches undermine order.

Question 45Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A student tells a paraprofessional they are being teased by a classmate. Which response is most appropriate?

  1. Confront the other student in front of the class
  2. Listen, document the report, and inform the supervising teacher Correct answer.
  3. Tell the student to handle it alone
  4. Promise the student you will keep the report secret

Explanation

Reports of teasing should be heard, documented, and passed to the teacher for appropriate follow-up. Public confrontation or secrecy promises interfere with proper handling.

Question 46Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which statement best describes the purpose of a 504 plan?

  1. To record a student's extracurricular activities
  2. To determine criminal consequences for student behavior
  3. To replace the general education curriculum entirely
  4. To provide accommodations for a student with a disability that substantially limits a major life activity Correct answer.

Explanation

Section 504 plans provide accommodations so students with qualifying disabilities can access learning. They do not replace curriculum or address discipline consequences.

Question 47Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional is supporting a student who uses a wheelchair during a fire drill. What is the most appropriate action?

  1. Follow the school's evacuation plan for students with mobility needs Correct answer.
  2. Carry the student down the stairs without training
  3. Leave the student and exit quickly
  4. Wait in the classroom until the drill ends

Explanation

Evacuation for students with mobility needs follows the school's individualized plan, which may include designated staff and routes. Untrained lifting or leaving the student is unsafe.

Question 48Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional notices signs that a student may be experiencing neglect. What is the appropriate action?

  1. Wait to see if the situation improves on its own
  2. Discuss the concern with other students
  3. Report the concern to the designated school official per mandated reporting procedures Correct answer.
  4. Investigate by questioning the family directly

Explanation

Suspected abuse or neglect must be reported through mandated reporting procedures to designated officials. Investigating personally or discussing with students is inappropriate.

Question 49Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

Which action best supports a student's transition from a preferred activity to a required task?

  1. Extending the preferred activity indefinitely
  2. Announcing the change without warning
  3. Providing a warning and a visual countdown before the transition Correct answer.
  4. Removing the preferred activity abruptly

Explanation

Advance warnings and visual cues help students prepare for transitions and reduce resistance. Abrupt changes or indefinite extensions undermine structure.

Question 50Paraprofessional knowledge and skills required to perform the job of an educator in Georgia's public schools

A paraprofessional is asked to cover a classroom alone while the teacher attends an urgent meeting. What is the most appropriate response?

  1. Ask students to supervise one another
  2. Send students to the office and leave
  3. Agree to supervise alone regardless of policy
  4. Follow school policy and confirm that appropriate certified supervision is arranged Correct answer.

Explanation

Paraprofessionals must follow district policy on supervision and ensure certified coverage is in place. Supervising alone contrary to policy or leaving students unsupervised creates liability and safety risks.