Paraeducator Special Education - Social/Communication (ADPTS) - Fulton Elementary

Job Summary

CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a PARAEDUCATOR SPECIAL EDUCATION - COMMUNICATION/SOCIAL DISABILITIES (ADAPTIVE) to provide instruction and support in a special education environment. The position is available as either a 1802PT (part-time temporary) or 1902FT (full-time permanent) 9-month calendar year.

Job Goal

Provide instruction under the supervision of the special education teacher in a special education environment or as required by an individualized education plan (IEP); and provide support to students with social needs similar to those identified with autism spectrum disorder.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CPR/First Aid certification (provided)
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer and related software
• Satisfactory criminal background check

Core Job Functions

• Provide individualized support
• Offer personal care assistance
• Implement behavior plans
• Adhere to student guidelines
• Supervise students
• Maintain a positive learning environment
• Ensure student safety and well-being
• Report issues to the teacher
• Participate in required meetings and training

Core Values

• Excellence in all we do
• Equity and fairness in all things
• Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model
• Integrity is simply non-negotiable
• Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust

Professional Qualities

• Respond to all internal and external customers
• Function effectively as a team member
• Be responsible, reliable, and punctual
• Be flexible and adaptable to change
• Establish and maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships
• Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
• Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job
• Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis
• Be a positive role model for students
• Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner

Physical Requirements

• Mobility and Movement: Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, walk, and sit.
• Sensory and Communication: Requires the ability to speak, hear, and see (with correction).
• Physical Exertion: Occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds; frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds; constantly lift or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Work Environment: Employees may be exposed to various environmental factors such as odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, bloodborne pathogens, and loud noises.