Paraeducator II/Special Education (3 hours) - Donald Graham Elementary

About the Role

The Paraeducator II - Special Education (Physical Disabilities) assists in the supervision and instruction of special education students under direct supervision, relieves teachers of routine clerical tasks, and provides for special health care needs of students. This role supports students in special programs, including special day and resource programs for those with mental, emotional, physical, or learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assists certificated teachers in classroom operations, including teaching academic skills to students with mental, emotional, physical, or learning disabilities.
• Supervises students to maintain an effective learning environment, addressing behavioral issues within established policies.
• Prepares instructional materials and equipment, including typing, copying, and gathering resources.
• Provides feedback on student progress through observation and maintains accurate records.
• Administers and corrects tests, assignments, and homework.
• Assists in maintaining informational and operational records, reporting and tracking student progress.
• Monitors and assists students using instructional equipment (e.g., computers, audio-visual media).
• Oversees inventories and orders instructional supplies and equipment as needed.
• Supervises students during classroom activities, field trips, and on-campus events.
• Operates instructional media, office machines, and other equipment.
• Tutors students individually or in small groups to reinforce learning activities.
• May assist in self-contained instructional settings and track progress in core academic subjects.
• Supports other personnel as required and participates in meetings to improve skills and share information.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience (paid or volunteer) working with school-age children.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, negative pre-employment drug screen, and negative TB test results.
• Pass the District’s adopted Proficiency Examination with a satisfactory score.
• First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificates may be required.

Skills and Abilities

• Basic clerical skills, arithmetic calculations, and operation of standard office equipment.
• Proficiency in written and verbal English, including correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Ability to provide for special health care needs of students.
• Knowledge of child development, instructional processes, public education goals, and student testing procedures.
• Ability to address students with special needs, follow oral and written instructions, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to meet schedules, interpret rules and policies, and rapidly learn instructional methods and materials.
• Physical abilities: stooping/crouching, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity, depth perception, and field of vision.