- Must obtain and maintain a AZ DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Must possess a High School diploma or equivalent (preferred).
- Obtain and maintain certification in Nonviolent Physical Crisis Intervention, CPR, and First Aid
- Experience working with school- aged children (preferred)
- Experience working with children with various learning and physical disabilities (preferred)
- Special training in the use of adaptive equipment (may be required upon hire)
- Ability to speak fluent Spanish (preferred)
- Assist teacher with instructions, creation of classroom materials and classroom set up
- Paraprofessionals may be required to provide services in regular classrooms, ESL, special needs, side-by-side or other special education settings.
- All Paraprofessionals may have duties in playground supervision, lunchroom and lunch area supervision, lavatory supervision, bus area supervision, and in transportation of District students as required.
- Assist and accompany student for inclusion in regular classroom
- Aids students with personal hygiene, including changing diapers and assisting with toilet training.
- Assist students in proper use of eating utensils and cafeteria behavior
- Assist occupational therapist and speech therapist with teaching student as required.
- Provide a safe environment for special education students in which to learn
- Works with students on a variety of subjects or in one-on-one or small group instruction
- Monitor and supervise students in classroom, playground and cafeteria settings, using PBIS principles
- Under the direction of the supervising teacher, prepare instructional materials and visual aids; photo copy materials and documents
- Under the direction of the supervising teacher, prepare workstations or learning centers for children to work on daily lessons
- Assist students with learning reading, writing and math skills
- Assist in administering District and State tests as needed
- Assess student needs and modify lessons to provide appropriate help; document student progress
- Collaborate with teachers to ensure lessons are appropriate for student
- Organize and maintain teaching materials
- Organize and file student work; plan for daily activities to meet specific needs of each child
- Move about as needed to observe activity and to maintain safety, order and control at all duty stations.
- Maintains adequate and legible records concerning his/her students work with teacher direction.
- Assist in all safety programs, drills and evacuation proceedings as required.
- Report to your instructional supervisor and/or school health center personnel all student medical and safety issues which you observe.
- Attend classes, in-services and seminars as needed to improve knowledge and skills and to keep current with the latest in services equipment, material and functions as it pertains to the District's needs.
- Practice good public relations techniques with students, staff, administration and parents, demonstrating a cordial and friendly manner.
- Participate in the Medicaid Reimbursement program which includes maintaining monthly logs on eligible students; attending scheduled training.
- Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
- May oversee class as required in teacher's absence
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Ability to read and interpret general documents such as employee handbooks and safety/training manuals.
- Ability to write general correspondence and speak effectively with others.
- Ability to interpret assortment of instructions furnished in variable forms.
- Ability to apply reason to research and solve moderately complex issues with little or no assistance.
- 10 days sick/personal leave
- ACA compliant health insurance plans
-
Instructional Paraprofessional
2 weeks ago
Buckeye Union High School District Buckeye, United States**Full-time positions (30+ hours/week) are eligible for benefits on the first of the month following their 60**th** day of employment: The District Benefits are very competitive and include health, dental, vision, and a life insurance policy. Supplemental policies through Aflac a ...
-
Special Education Paraprofessional
2 weeks ago
United Staff Group Buckeye, United StatesUnited Staff Group is hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional. The paraprofessional shall be working with students who requires a behavioural aide who can also provide academic support. · **Responsibilities**: · - Provide support and assistance to special education students i ...
-
1 On 1 Paraprofessional
1 week ago
Buckeye Union High School District Buckeye, United States**This position is for the upcoming School Year.** · Buckeye Union High School Hours: 7a.m. - 3:30p.m. · Full-Time, 40 hours a week, Benefits eligible. · **Full-time positions (30+ hours/week) are eligible for benefits on the first of the month following their 60**th** day of emp ...
-
Paraprofessional
2 weeks ago
Sun Valley Academy Phoenix, United States**Paraprofessional · Location: South Mountain · , Contract · Starting Salary: $16/hour · **HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT SUN VALLEY ACADEMY** · To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed ...
-
paraprofessional
3 weeks ago
Edkey Buckeye, AZ , USA, United StatesTo assist in the learning process in assigned areas of study, perform a variety of clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel and perform related work as required. Essential Functions: Assist in instructional activities with the develo Paraprofessional, Teacher, Ed ...
-
Library Paraprofessional
3 weeks ago
Maricopa County Gila Bend, United StatesPosting Date · 05/09/24 · Application Deadline · 05/22/24 · Pay Range · $ $28.00 hourly · Job Type · Unclassified · Department · Library District · About the Position · - Discover your purpose. Connect with society. Inspire all generations. · - If you have experience providing ex ...
-
Autism Paraprofessional
2 weeks ago
Hopebridge Glendale, United States**Why You'll Love this Autism Paraprofessional Job**: Are you driven by a passion to create a meaningful impact on a child's life, with far-reaching effects that transform families and the community? Embark on a rewarding career as a Autism Paraprofessional with Hopebridge in Gle ...
-
Autism Paraprofessional
3 weeks ago
Hopebridge Phoenix, United States**Why You'll Love this **Autism Paraprofessional **Job**: Are you driven by a passion to create a meaningful impact on a child's life, with far-reaching effects that transform families and the community? Embark on a rewarding career as a Autism Paraprofessional with Hopebridge in ...
-
Sped Paraprofessional
3 weeks ago
Madison Elementary School District Phoenix, United States**MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT #38** · ***: · **TITLE**: SPED Paraprofessional**: · **QUALIFICATIONS**: · - Possess high school diploma or equivalent (a copy will need to be provided) · - AA Degree OR 60 credit hours OR Parapro Certification. · - Work with students on a one ...
-
Schools - Paraprofessional
3 weeks ago
ProCare Therapy Buckeye, United StatesJob Description · Job DescriptionMinimum 1+ years paraprofessional or special education experience required. · Paraprofessional Needed in Buckeye, Arizona · ProCare Therapy is actively searching for a qualified paraprofessional in Buckeye, Arizona that is seeking to join one of o ...
-
Schools - Paraprofessional
2 weeks ago
ProCare Therapy Buckeye, United StatesJob Description · Job DescriptionMinimum 1+ years paraprofessional or special education experience required. · Second Semester Paraprofessional Needed | Buckeye, Arizona| · ProCare Therapy is seeking a passionate paraprofessional fora contract position located in the Buckeye, Ari ...
-
Paraprofessional Preschool
4 days ago
Littleton Elementary School District Avondale, United States**TITLE: Paraprofessional Preschool** · **CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt **GRADE 3** · **Classified Placement Schedule** · **GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES**: To assist students in school classrooms with educational programs and assignments and to provide assistance to Teacher ...
-
Sped Paraprofessional
3 days ago
Imagine Schools Camelback Phoenix, United States**Position Title: SPED Aide/Paraprofessional** · **FLSA Classification**: Exempt · **Reports to**: Principal or Supervisor · **Essential Functions**: · - Plan and deliver educational instruction using the most efficient and effective methodology for the students assigned. · - Con ...
-
Paraprofessional - Ams Avondale
2 weeks ago
Academies of Math and Science Tolleson, United States**Academies of Math and Science** · **Paraprofessional / Teacher's Assistant** · **Location: 10555 W Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85353** · Are you dedicated to influencing positive changes in at-risk communities by preparing students for college and a successful life and career? Acad ...
-
Special Education Paraprofessional,
2 weeks ago
Littleton Elementary School District Avondale, United States**TITLE: Paraprofessional - Special Ed** · **CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt (35 Hours Per Week) **GRADE 4** · **Classified Placement Schedule** · **GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES**: To assist with instruction and supervision of Special Education students through one-on-one and ...
-
Paraprofessional for The 2024-2045
2 weeks ago
Sun Valley Academy Phoenix, United States**Paraprofessional for the School Year · Location: Glendale · , Contract · Starting Salary: $16/hour · **HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT SUN VALLEY ACADEMY** · To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. The requi ...
-
Special Education Paraprofessional
2 weeks ago
United Staff Group Phoenix, United StatesUnited Staff Group is hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional who can start now. The paraprofessional shall be working with students who requires a behavioural aide who can also provide academic support. · **Responsibilities**: · - Provide support and assistance to special ed ...
-
Paraprofessional Early Childhood
3 weeks ago
Littleton Elementary School District Tolleson, United States**TITLE: Paraprofessional** · **CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt **GRADE 3** · **CLASSIFIED PLACEMENT SCHEDULE** · **GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES**: To assist students in school classrooms with educational programs and assignments and to provide assistance to Teachers as neede ...
-
24-25 Paraprofessional A
1 week ago
Buckeye Elementary School District Buckeye, United StatesTitle: Paraprofessional A- Self Contained/Side-by-Side · Category: Classified · Reports to: Site or Program Administrator · Purpose: Assist special education teachers with individualized instruction, implementation of each child's individualized education program (IEP), monitorin ...
-
Behavior Tech/paraprofessional
2 weeks ago
The Austin Centers for Exceptional Students – The ACES Avondale, United States**Who are we?** · Since 1995, Austin Centers has offered special education services for students from ages 5-22. As a state-certified special education school, we create a learning environment that encourages positive behavior, sets clear expectations, and helps each student over ...
23-24 Paraprofessional A - Buckeye, United States - Buckeye Elementary School District
Description
Title: Paraprofessional A- Self Contained/Side-by-SideCategory: Classified
Reports to: Site or Program Administrator
Purpose: Assist special education teachers with individualized instruction, implementation of each child's individualized education program (IEP), monitoring student behavior, and assist students with personal needs, including, but not limited to toiletry, feeding, adaptive equipment, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to fifty (50) pounds, such as boxes, supplies, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and to interact with the public and other staff.
While performing the duties of the job, the employee must have the ability to do the following:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is moderate to moderately high during the school day. There may be periods of recurring stress in the performance of this job.
EVALUATION:
Performance to be evaluated in accordance with Board policy on evaluation of support staff personnel.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
FY
$16.00/hr + $0.25 per year of equivalent experience
Non-Exempt, 10 month position, 186 days
35.50 hours/wk
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
60 day probation period for benefits to begin the following benefits:
