Paraprofessional – Special Education Lead

Paraprofessional Position

Located in beautiful southeast Arizona, Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team! Award-Winning District
* 5 Outstanding Schools
* Competitive Salaries
* Incentives
* Paid Holidays & Leave
* Exceptional Employee Benefits & Resources
* Culture of Caring & Support

Apply Today & Make a Difference in Students' Lives.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• An Associate's Degree or 60 college credits or State/Local Para Pro Assessment test required
• Previous experience working with youth preferred
• Knowledge, skill and or experience in the implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) strategies or be willing to receive training in those strategies
• Ability to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Proof of required immunizations; negative TB Test (Preschool only)
• Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification
• Ability to participate in the District's Medicaid program

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of accepted behavior management techniques and practices working with persons with disabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions
• Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and problem-solving skills to address challenges related to special education services
• Ability to maintain accurate records and reports, to monitor students, work with and secure the cooperation of students
• Knowledge of specialized equipment used in the aid of children with special needs
• Ability to operate computer equipment for email communications, word processing, data management, and other assigned tasks as related to the position
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with students with disabilities
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members
• Utilize, with fidelity, the District Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program at the building level
• Ability to understand and maintain students' and parents' rights to confidentiality and not violate those rights; nor discuss students in inappropriate places or with anyone not in direct contact with such individual students
• Ensure information obtained through the course of duties associated with this position, is held in the highest of confidentiality
• Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures, and Board policies; including mandatory reporting procedures

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the teacher in providing instructional tasks, routine record-keeping, and overall guidance of activities for students with disabilities so they may reach their highest potential within the academic setting
• Oversee a classroom of students with a certified teacher available for consultation
• Assist students in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, and achievement of IEP objectives, etc.
• Assist in lesson planning for the day's activity
• Assist in identifying areas of need related to the program
• Assist the teacher in modifying student assignments as needed
• Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task
• Assist with record-keeping procedures to maintain required records and files, including student data
• Assist students with organizing activities, scheduling events, processing paperwork, and other related activities
• Be knowledgeable of the basic course content for students; and, the educational goals and objectives
• May assist and train students in activities of daily living as needed, including diapering/toileting, feeding, hygiene, dressing, and mobility
• Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to reach with hands and arms, sit, stand, walk, stoop, and bend as necessary for student learning and safety
• The employee may lift,…