Level I Instructional Paraprofessional - English Language Learners; ELL

Position: Level I Instructional Paraprofessional - English Language Learners (ELL)
Position Type:

Support Staff/Instructional Paraprofessional - ELL

Date Posted:

9/24/2025

Location:

Magma Ranch Elementary

Date Available:

When Filled

Closing Date:

When Filled

 Additional Information:
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Job Title:

Paraprofessional Level 1

Department:
School of Assignment:
This includes paraprofessionals working for our ESS, ELL, or Title Programs.

Reports To:

Site Administrator and District Level Director for program of Assignment

ESS/Title/ELL

FLSA Status:
Non Exempt

Prepared By:
Human Resources

Board Approval:

Educational Equity Statement

In FUSD, educational equity means putting kids first by providing the resources necessary to attain success. We are committed to educational equity by removing barriers, being inclusive, valuing diversity, and empowering the community.

Summary

A Paraprofessional Level 1 works under the guidance of a certificated staff member to provide support and assistance in delivering programs and services to children with disabilities or identified students in general education and special education settings.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below include the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.

Education and/or Experience

* High School Diploma or GED required.

* An Associate's degree or higher OR completed two years of study (equaling 60 or more credit hours) from an accredited institution of higher education OR obtained a passing score on one of the Arizona Department of Education paraprofessional approved assessments required.

* General computer skills.

* Ability to read and follow directions.

* Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding individual students' situations.

* Ability to provide student assistance during emergency evacuations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Paraprofessional Level 1 include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Academic Support

* Assist students individually or in small groups with lesson assignments (e.g., Math, reading, writing, language, etc.) to present and reinforce learning concepts, helping them reach their academic goals.

* Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and materials under the teacher's direction to enable all students to participate in classroom activities.

* Support academic instruction taught by a teacher for individuals or small groups, aligning with learning goals specified by an IEP and/or district benchmarks.

* Implement, under direction, behavioral plans developed by a team consisting of parents and school personnel to assist students in modifying behaviors that affect a positive academic and social environment.

Data Collection and Monitoring

* Collect data on student's IEP goals in collaboration with the special education and/or general education teacher, using various data collection techniques to track student growth and progress.

Safety and Environment

* Monitor students (e.g., lunch, playground, during life enrichment activities, etc.) to provide a safe and positive learning environment.

* Implement special strategies as directed to improve students' academic success based on individual students' needs, interests, and abilities.

* Monitor individual or small groups of students to provide a safe and positive environment.

Record Keeping and Clerical Functions

* Promote general record-keeping and clerical functions (e.g., daily journal, etc.) to support teachers, therapists, and school counselors in maintaining necessary records/materials.

* Promote good habits to improve students' outcomes and development.

* Perform activities of daily living with/for students, including toileting, diaper changing, grooming, dressing, eating, use of assistive devices, and mobility to support continued inclusion in the general education setting.

Communication and Collaboration

* Assist students in using alternative/augmentative communication or other assistive technology to support participation in the general education setting.

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