24/25 Elementary Paraeducator - Rancho Cordova, United States - FCUSD

Description

Job Description

Application Deadline: April 30, 2024
Work Months: 9.50
Hours: 3.5 hours per day, 5 days per week
Salary: $ $23.16 per hour

Anticipated Start Date: August 8, 2024

About FCUSD
FCUSD is seeking to build a team that is representative of the Folsom Cordova student body and community.Diverse individuals are encouraged to apply. In collaboration with our community, the mission of FCUSD is to ensure all students demonstrate high levels of learning through our commitment to continuous cycles of improvement, transformative social emotional learning, and engaging, culturally responsive instruction.

Job Announcement Elementary Paraeducator (Grades K-5) Job Description
Under the direction of an assigned site supervisor and general guidance of the classroom teachers, the Elementary Paraeducator (Intermediate Grades K-5) will assist in the implementation of the educational program for students in an elementary general education environment in order to meet instructional goals and objectives.

Distinguishing Characteristics
This position is distinguished from other aide or instructional assistant roles in that, in addition to providing instructional support to students in the elementary grades under the general guidance of the certificated teacher(s), employees in these positions are primarily responsible for assisting the classroom teacher(s) in creating and maintaining engaging academic environments.

• Minimum Qualifications
  Experience: Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed below. Must pass the District's Instructional Assistant Proficiency Test in reading, math, and per the Federal No Child Left Behind Act. (Adult Education provides testing on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 am. to 1:00 pm. Please call to schedule a test).
  Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
  
  Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  Under the direction of an assigned site supervisor and general guidance of the classroom teacher(s), the incumbent will:
  ● Assist the intermediate (Grades K-5) classroom teacher(s) in providing instruction to students in an assigned classroom or classrooms.
  ● Utilizes appropriate methods of instruction to achieve goals and objectives set forth by the certificated teacher(s) and assist in implementing practices proven to raise student achievement.
  ● Utilize curricular materials and assessments for instruction and intervention in literacy and numeracy.
  ● Work with small groups of students to reinforce instruction.
  ● Provide individual assistance to students as directed; explain errors and answer questions.
  ● Assist with monitoring behavior of students in the classroom and during outdoor activities.
  ● Assist students with a variety of lessons, instructional games, and activities.
  ● Communicate with the classroom teacher(s) about progress regarding student performance and behavior.
  ● Assist students with building self-esteem by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude, and general guidance.
  ● Perform a variety of clerical and supportive duties related to classroom activities and classroom management.
  ● Operate a variety of classroom equipment, including a computer.
  ● Other related duties may be assigned consistent with the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.

Upon Conditional Offer of Employment:

• DOJ and FBI Criminal Background Check
• TB Test within the last 60 days (Education Code 49406, Assembly Bill 1667)
• Complete district Mandated Reporter training, Sexual Harassment, etc.

Comments and Other Information:
The Folsom Cordova Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, race or ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or gender expression, immigration status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For concerns/questions or complaints, contact the Title IX Coordinator(s), Equity Compliance Officer(s), and Section 504 Coordinator(s):

Donald Ogden, Associate Superintendent - Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator (employees), and Equity Compliance Officer

, ext

Jim Huber, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent - Educational Services, Title IX Coordinator (students), 504 Coordinator, and Equity Compliance Officer

extension 104625
1965 Birkmont Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742