Special Program Para 1, GATE 1:1 18932-2026

About the role

Special Program Paraeducator 1, GATE – one‑on‑one position, FLSA Non‑Exempt.

Responsibilities

• Treat co‑workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times.
• Serve as a positive role model for students, and practice the behaviors expected of our students.
• Work in a flexible and cooperative manner.
• Work as a team member to assist the teacher in implementing and evaluating goals and objectives on individual student IEPs.
• Participate in team meetings as appropriate to provide observational input or acquire information pertinent to the position.
• Manage behavior and assist students during class activities in small groups or individually; provide instructional assistance as directed by appropriate certificated staff. Subject areas may include academic subjects, basic life skills, social skills, community access, personal hygiene (including toileting, swimming, communication), physical and/or occupational therapy exercises, and job skills training. This includes assisting the teacher with preparing materials for lessons and maintaining data collection records as assigned.
• De‑escalate students having an emotional/behavioral crisis and carry out behavior management plans for individual students as appropriate.
• Dispense medication to students following district policy.
• Care for the personal hygiene needs of students with disabilities, including feeding, diapering, toileting, bathing, lifting, tube feeding, suctioning, and other health‑related issues with appropriate training.
• Produce and assemble teaching materials as directed by appropriate certificated staff.
• Assist with data entry, record keeping, and filing.
• Grade/correct papers and homework utilizing a rubric or key.
• Observe assigned students as they enter/leave school grounds, on the playground, in the cafeteria, and in the community; intervene as appropriate to ensure student safety.
• Attend training meetings to broaden expertise in working with students with special needs.