Classified: Paraprofessional I- ESS

JOB DESCRIPTION – Paraprofessional I-ESS TITLE: Paraprofessional I-ESS FTE: 0.875 FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt HOURS PER DAY:7 WORK CALENDAR: 195 days COMPENSATION: Classified Non Exempt Compensation Guide (Starting at $17.85/hour) Essential Duties And Responsibilities To assist the teacher in maintaining appropriate classroom activities and environment in order that students may learn effectively and to become as independent as possible in the classroom and communityAssists with learning activities within the general education and/or special education classroomProvides before and after school tutoringMonitors classroom assignments given by the teacherMaintains confidential classroom student files and recordsAssists with inventory and accounting procedures of special education classroom materialsAssists with the implementation of instruction modifications per the Individualized Education PlanCommunicates with teachers and parents regarding the students' needs and progressAssists students in the areas of personal hygiene skills, as neededAssists teachers during field tripsAssists with student testingPrepares materials for classroom useAssists nurse with vision and hearing screeningsParticipates in the AHCSS Provider Program and completes forms for Direct Services claimsMaintain confidentiality of information regarding students, staff, parents and school issuesProvide a welcoming atmosphere for students, staff, parents and communityPerform responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner Maintain punctual and regular attendancePerform other related duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Education / Certificate Associate of Arts degree or paraprofessional certification required Must obtain and maintain CPR and first aid certification within 45 days of hire Must sign an AHCSS Provider Participation Agreement and obtain a provider number as required Must have and maintain a valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card Experience Prior experience working with special education students desired Must have Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and specialized training for developmentally disabled students Must be 21 years of age or older upon hire Communication Skills Must possess a positive attitude toward students, teachers, staff and parents/guardians Must possess the ability to take and follow directions Computer Skills Must possess basic computing and clerical skills PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to push, pull or lift weights up to 50 pounds WORKING CONDITIONS The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regular talking and listening is required Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, sit 1-202 – EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The District expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.