Paraprofessional; LVES

Humboldt Unified School District Lake Valley Elementary School
- Prescott Valley, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Humboldt Unified School District Lake Valley Elementary School
- Prescott Valley, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Humboldt Unified School District

Starting Date: Nov 2, 2026

JOB TITLE:
PARAPROFESSIONAL

DEPARTMENT: Special Services

REPORTS TO: Classroom Teacher / Principal

FLSA STATUS/CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt;
Level 3

SUPERVISORY DUTIES: None

APPROVED ON: 02 /14/2023

SUMMARY
:
Assists classroom teachers with students having moderate, severe or profound needs in providing a classroom environment that helps to ensure a positive learning environment that enables these students to benefit from the instructional program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists teachers in providing an effective learning environment
• Assists in carrying out IEP goals for specific students as instructed by the teacher and/or therapists
• Assists students getting on and off the bus and to/from class
• Assists special needs students with daily bodily functions as necessary to maintain a healthy child, for example, tube feeding, diapering, etc.
• Maintains vigilance to signs of child abuse or neglect
• Assists students with eating
• Assists students with various learning activities as directed by the teacher
• Assist students in mainstreamed classes
• Calms and/or otherwise provides support for students who are having physical outbursts, who are acting out, and/or are emotionally distressed
• If given proper certified restraint training, may be required to restrain students
• Directs and re-directs students and student behavior during different activities
• Supervises students on school campus where requested
• Assists the teacher with the preparation and evaluation of learning materials
• Completes all applicable Medicaid Direct Service reimbursement claims paperwork and submits on a monthly basis
• May assist teacher in preparation of other related instructional materials
• Provides positive reinforcement to all students
• Assists in special class presentations, field trips and activities, as requested
• Handles routine clerical work, as assigned
• Assists the teacher with instruction and evaluation of student work
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with FERPA

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to operate standard classroom related learning tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of data usage, including research, collection, analysis, synthesis, interpretation, and reporting.
• Demonstrate an understanding with students with special needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to do basic mathematical computations
• Produce accurate work and complete assignments with supervision
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies
• Ability to handle confrontation and conflict in a professional manner
• Must be able to move quickly to preserve student safety

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS :

Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Certified restraint training desired
• CPR/First Aid Certification preferred
• Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that meets minimum requirements
• Criminal justice/Fingerprint clearance

Computer Proficiency :
The ability to read and respond to district emails.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to…