Paraprofessional III SDC Grand Oaks Elementary School

Position: Paraprofessional III SDC (5.75 hrs/day) - Grand Oaks Elementary School #929

Paraprofessional III SDC (5.75 hrs/day) - Grand Oaks Elementary School #929

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Base pay range

$18.88/hr - $25.38/hr

Gateway Unified School District GATEWAY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION:

PARAPROFESSIONAL III (Severely Handicapped Special Education Environment) RANGE 6

Definition and responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Classroom Teacher, Principal or Designee, performs duties including classroom teacher assistance, assigned instructional supports, and individual student assignments.
• Assists instructional personnel in assigned instructional areas; tutors individual students and small groups; supports social development and behavior management with positive reinforcement strategies.
• Operates and assists students with instructional aids and computer-assisted instruction equipment and software; monitors remediation of specific learning problems.
• May administer medication in accordance with medical instructions; performs routine first aid and requests assistance for non-routine injury or illness.
• Observes and assists students with handicapping conditions, maintains an orderly and positive learning environment, and participates in progress reporting as assigned.
• Assists with materials preparation, record keeping, supply procurement, and use of media equipment; follows school rules and participates in staff meetings and in-services.
• Assists students with personal needs as necessary; provides a variety of skill-building activities for students with language and hearing disorders; shares observations with the teacher while maintaining confidentiality.

Requirements and qualifications

• REQUIRED
  
  QUALIFICATION:
  
  Must meet the requirements of No Child Left Behind.
• Knowledge:
  Correct English usage; child guidance for students with special needs; safe classroom and playground practices; basic instructional methods and classroom procedures; effective oral and written communication.
• Ability:
  Work with minimal supervision; perform routine clerical tasks; assist with instruction; follow directions; establish cooperative relationships; observe health and safety regulations.

Education and experience

• Experience:
  
  Previous experience working with children in an organized setting, preferably as a Paraprofessional.
• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent; training or coursework in child growth and development, special education, instructional technology, or a closely related field.

Physical demands

The position requires standing, walking, using hands, reaching, talking or hearing; frequent sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling; ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds with assistance; vision requirements including color discrimination and focus adjustment. Noise level is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Work environment and schedule

Shift schedule: M-F 8:00 a.m. – 1:45 p.m. (5.75 hrs/day); 182 workdays; 14 district-paid holidays. Includes vacation factor.

Pre-employment and application notes

• Background check and fingerprint clearance; physical assessment;
  Keenan Safe Schools Training; TB Test.
• Applications submitted through the EdJoin website. Contact the Human Resources Department for more information.

Equal opportunity

The Gateway Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer. Information on non-discrimination and accommodations is provided in the posting.

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