North Ogden Jr - PT Social-Emotional Learning; SEL SpEd Paraeducator

north ogden jr high - pt social-emotional learning (sel) sped para educator (28921)

all applicants shall apply at  Applications will be reviewed before interviews are scheduled.

this position will remain open until filled, after a minimum of 5 working days

this position is funded, in full or in part, through grant allocations or student enrollment-based funding sources. Continued employment (or the position’s hourly workload) is contingent upon the availability of future funding, as determined on a yearly basis.

applicants who are current employees of weber school district: ensure you are marked as an internal candidate to have access to the internal application.  for a guide (wsd sso required)

job description:

this position assists a certificated teacher and/or related service staff in instructional and non‑instructional activities for students who have significant behavioral disabilities. This position develops, implements, and monitors intervention for students, develops and implements classroom supports, and models techniques for staff in teaching positive student behavior.

primary duties include, but are not limited to, engaging in the following activities with support and direction:

• utilize safe and appropriate procedures when managing students with challenging behavior
• interpret and implement written behavior plans
• utilize and model the implementation of positive behavior supports with students
• observe, collect data, and analyze existing classroom conditions to assist with behavior plan strategies and implementation
• collect data regarding student behaviors and recommend appropriate instructional modifications to develop responsible thinking and decision‑making skills in students
• collaborate with school team members to provide instruction and support effectively, and without disruption to the environment or other individuals in the environment
• develop and maintain effective working relationships with multiple school teams
• assist in maintaining students’ files/records for the purpose of documenting activities and/or providing reliable information
• monitor individual students in classrooms, school and community, etc. For the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment
• communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• adapt to changing work priorities; display tact and courtesy; meet deadlines and schedules; set priorities; be attentive to detail; and work with detailed information/data
• relate to special needs students in a positive and confident manner
• support students, including providing instruction, in a variety of settings—special education classroom, general education classroom, one‑on‑one, etc.
• provide accommodations for students, such as reading tests aloud, scribe, alternate location for assessments, check‑in/check‑out support, etc.
• support classroom teacher in collecting data
• monitor student behavior and make quick, effective decisions
• remain calm in crisis situations
• drive students in district vehicles for the purpose of providing transportation to/from school and other locations
• work independently with minimal supervision
• exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality
• comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures
• perform duties as otherwise assigned by the building administrator or special education for the benefit of students
• attendance is an essential function of this position. Physical presence at the worksite is required for in‑person collaboration, direct interaction with team members, other staff, students, and/or guardians, and access to on‑site equipment and resources.

other functions:

• assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities

qualifications: basic physical requirements:

• must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, bending, standing, and sitting in student‑size chairs) for extended periods of time
• must be able to move from sitting on the floor to a standing position repeatedly
• safely manage physical or verbally aggressive students
• participate with students in physical fitness activities including walking,…