Paraeducator (Buena Vista Middle), Special Education, PC #2067

About the role

The Paraeducator supports teachers in the instruction of students with special education needs, including those with moderate/severe disabilities, and mainstream classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs)
• Provide direct instruction to students
• Support classroom management and behavior intervention
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to develop and implement educational strategies
• Assist in the preparation and organization of materials for lessons
• Participate in professional development opportunities

Requirements

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent AND two (2) years of higher education study (48 semester units) OR possession of an Associate’s or higher degree OR able to meet a rigorous standard of quality and able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge or and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics
• Prior job-related experiences, paid or voluntary, with school-age children or children/individuals with disabilities
• Licenses and Certifications: Possession of an appropriate valid California Driver’s License with evidence of insurability, First Aid, Complete approved MCOE Crisis Intervention Program within six (6) months of employment and maintains valid certification, CPR Certification within six (6) months of employment, Program for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing: Ability to pass the MCOE sign language test within six (6) months of employment

Qualifications

• Copy of Transcript
• Letter of Introduction
• Proof of HS Graduation
• Resume

Desirable Qualifications

• Coursework in education, psychology, child development, classroom behavior management and/or Early Childhood Education
• Experience working with students with disabilities and implementing behavioral management plans for students

Benefits

• $150 per month incentive for Paraeducators working in the DHH program with proficiency in sign language, as certified by MCOE
• $150 per month incentive for Paraeducators with proficiency in Braille and working in a position eligible for this incentive
• $150 per month incentive for Specialized Health Care Procedures if assigned to specific students and trained by MCOE
• $500 annual training incentive to employees who are requested and volunteer to participate in training for certification and willingness to administer emergency medications/procedures as defined by contract

Schedule

M-F; 6.5 Hrs / 183 Days/Yr

Pay

Pay Range: $23.06 - $29.79 Per Hour

Employment Type

Full Time

Comments and Other Information

Required testing upon invitation only (Tuesdays/Wednesdays) Desirable Qualifications: Coursework in education, psychology, child development, classroom behavior management and/or Early Childhood Education Experience working with students with disabilities and implementing behavioral management plans for students Available Pay Stipends: $150 per month incentive for Paraeducators working in the DHH program with proficiency in sign language, as certified by MCOE $150 per month incentive for Paraeducators with proficiency in Braille and working in a position eligible for this incentive $150 per month incentive for Specialized Health Care Procedures if assigned to specific students and trained by MCOE $500 annual training incentive to employees who are requested and volunteer to participate in training for certification and willingness to administer emergency medications/procedures as defined by contract All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a third party to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major, and the Foreign Transcript Evaluation must be attached to your application before your application will be considered. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the interview or testing process must notify Human Resources three business days prior to an interview or testing date. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with ADA requirements. Links Related To This Job Learn About Our CommunityView Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits