Paraeducator-Independence Facilitator - 7 hrs/day (Rio Tierra JHS)

About the role

Provides individual behavior intervention and medical support to students in a classroom settings, assists individuals or small groups of students to enhance learning. Assists teachers with instruction and classroom management that occurs in special education and general education classrooms, lunchroom and play field environs.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual behavior intervention and medical support to students in a classroom settings.
• Assists individuals or small groups of students to enhance learning.
• Affords assistance to teachers with instruction and classroom management in special education and general education classrooms, lunchroom and play field environs.

Requirements

• The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and successful completion of a competency assessment demonstrating knowledge and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Completion of at least 48 college credit units may substitute for the competency assessment.
• May require a valid driver’s license.
• Compliance with District skill/competency requirements.
• May require a valid First Aid/CPR card.

Qualifications

• NCLB Compliance (48 college units (semester) or pass the Paraeducator Proficiency Exam)
• Proof of HS Graduation (High School Diploma, High School Transcripts or Equivalent (ex: GED))
• CPR/First Aid Certificate

Skills

• Knowledge of behavior intervention strategies
• Ability to provide medical support
• Strong communication skills
• Experience with classroom management

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Employee Life Insurance

Pay

Hourly salary: $21.24 - $28.08 per hour in 9 annual steps. Salary placement is based on relevant experience.

Schedule

7 hours/day; 5 days/week

Location

Rio Tierra JHS