Substitute Paraprofessional & Campus Attendant

Substitute Paraprofessional and Sub Campus Attendant

The job of Substitute (Sub) Paraprofessional and Sub Campus Attendant is for the purpose of supporting students in a variety of settings both in and out of the classroom. Sub Paraprofessionals-Special Education support students with disabilities in general education and special education classrooms;
Sub Paraprofessionals-Preschool support children ages 3-4 in the district's preschool programs; and Sub Paraprofessionals-Transitional Kindergarten (TK) support students ages 4-6 in the district's TK classrooms. All Sub Paraprofessionals work alongside the classroom teacher to assist with instruction and support behavior. Sub Campus Attendants supervise and support all students outside of the classroom during recess, lunch and breaks. Sub Paraprofessionals work a 6.5 hour day, generally between the hours of 7:30 AM- 3:30 PM depending on the start and end time of the specific site.

Sub Campus Attendants on the elementary school sites work a 3.5 hour day, generally between the hours of 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM depending when recess and lunch scheduled. At the middle schools, Sub Campus Attendants work a 7.5 hour day generally between the hours of 8:00 AM and 3:30 PM depending on the start and end time of the school site.

As a substitute employee hours are not guaranteed (substitutes can work as little or as much as desired); position is not benefits eligible. ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE CONTINGENT ON PRE-EMPLOYMENT CLEARANCES FOR:
Department of Justice (CA) Fingerprints;
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Fingerprints;
Tuberculosis (TB).

NOTE:

The District pays for Pre-Employment clearances for Substitute Employees.

Thank you for applying for this position at La Mesa-Spring Valley School District! We keep this job posting open all the time so we can find great candidates when we need them.

We review applications as needed and will contact you if we decide to move forward. Because we get so many applications, we are not able to give updates or respond to calls or emails about next steps. If we choose to move forward with your application, we will reach out to you.

Substitute Paraprofessionals:
Assists students with instructional activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher. Provides support and reinforcement of student behavior plans, under the supervision of the assigned teacher. Supervises and monitors students in the classroom and during unstructured times for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment. (For example: in the hallways, to and from lunch/recess and during morning/afternoon drop off and pick up.)

Assist students with disabilities and medical needs in daily living activities such as feeding, toileting and mobility. Maintains instructional materials for the purpose of ensuring availability of items as required. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Substitute Campus Attendants:
Supervises students on the playground and in the cafeteria during recess and lunch.

Experience working with children Completion of CPR/1st Aid within the first 90 days of employment (District sponsored)
*** Please note. Due to a high volume of applications, we will not be conducting onboarding sessions until October 2024. We apologize for the delay***

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Basic reading, writing and math Instructional procedures and practices. Age appropriate student activities. Safety practices and procedures. Conflict resolution. ABILITY TO:
Use a computer to support classroom instruction Adhere to safety practices. Problem solve to identify issues and create action plans. Adapt to changing work priorities Communicate with diverse groups Maintain confidentiality Work as part of a team

The District provides excellent benefits for permanent employees who work 20 or more hours per week, including :

* Substitute positions do not qualify for District covered benefits*

1. Medical:
Choice of VEBA (Kaiser or United Health Care)

2. Dental:
Delta Dental or Delta Care HMO (District-paid for employee only)

3. Life:
Life ($50,000) and Accidental Death & Dismemberment ($50,000). Also includes MEDEX Travel Assistance (for medical care situations 100 miles from home or international trips up to 90 days; with some exclusions)

4. Vacation: (10+);
Sick (9.50+ days per year) - vacation/sick accumulation days increase with years of service

5. Employee Assistance Program: (at no cost to employee): through San Diego County EAP

6. VEBA Optum Health:
Employee assistance program

* Note:

Benefits are subject to change.

-Dependent life insurance coverage

-Disability plans through American Fidelity

-Vision: VSP Vision Care $10.20/monthly paid by employee

-403(b) Retirement

-Met Law prepaid legal through Hyatt Legal Plans

In addition:

- Bargaining unit eligible employees may elect to become a…