Paraprofessional I - Woodland, United States - California Department of Education

Description

Job Summary

Job Summary

Provides a variety of instructional, clerical, and group behavior assistance to one or more teachers. Works in classroom settings to support teachers by providing instructional assistance to individual or small groups of students. May provide other support services such as clerical and translation. Assists teachers and staff in development and use of materials to enhance the student learning experience.

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Requirements / Qualifications

In order to be considered, applicants must submit the following by the final filing date: Completed Ed-Join Application Resume Current Letters of Recommendation Duties/Responsibilities: These positions will provide support in combination classes and support for students in the area of literacy


Education and/or Experience:

Must have obtained: 1) High School degree; 2) Associate's degree or higher, or completed two years (48 semester units) of study at an institution of higher education, or must pass District adopted test meeting State and Federal rigorous standards; and 3) One year additional training or experience working with students in a structured classroom or equivalent setting is required.

Higher education may substitute for experience. CPR and First Aid Certification must be obtained prior to hire. See job description for additional information.


Testing Information:
Paraprofessional Test must be completed/passed prior to start date (if the test is required in lieu of education)


Location:

Adult Education - 575 Hays Street - Woodland, CA Room F4 Dates/Times: Tuesday - at 9 a.m., Thursday at 5 p.m.

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Thorough understanding of the instructional assistant programs throughout the District is required. Understanding of the practices and principles of child guidance is required. Working understanding of the District and school site organization, operations and objectives is necessary. Sufficient analytical and assessment skills to document student progress are required. Sufficient communication skills to work with teachers and students in both formal and informal settings are essential. Requires good record keeping, clerical and computer skills. Demonstrated language proficiency on the District's Bilingual Exam.

Comments and Other Information

The District will contribute towards health benefits on a prorated basis (based on employee's work year and hours assigned). The benefit package includes options for medical, dental and vision. Medical plan options include Kaiser, Western Health Advantage and Sutter Health Plus. $9,360 per year for Employee-only medical benefit selection. $11,400 per year for Employee+1 or Family medical benefit selection.

The Board of Trustees is determined to provide district employees and job applicants a safe, positive environment where they are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment or intimidation, and freedom from any fear of reprisal or retribution for asserting their employment rights in accordance with law.

The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employee or job applicant on the basis of the person's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation.

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