Level I Instructional Paraprofessional - English Language Learners (ELL)

Florence Unified School District • Florence, AZ

352d

About The Position

A Paraprofessional Level 1 works under the guidance of a certificated staff member to provide support and assistance in delivering programs and services to children with disabilities or identified students in general education and special education settings.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• An Associate's degree or higher OR completed two years of study (equaling 60 or more credit hours) from an accredited institution of higher education OR obtained a passing score on one of the Arizona Department of Education paraprofessional approved assessments required.
• General computer skills.
• Ability to read and follow directions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding individual students' situations.
• Ability to provide student assistance during emergency evacuations.

Nice To Haves

• Current CPR/FA Certification if indicated for the specific position.

Responsibilities

• Assist students individually or in small groups with lesson assignments (e.g., Math, reading, writing, language, etc.) to present and reinforce learning concepts, helping them reach their academic goals.
• Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and materials under the teacher's direction to enable all students to participate in classroom activities.
• Support academic instruction taught by a teacher for individuals or small groups, aligning with learning goals specified by an IEP and/or district benchmarks.
• Implement, under direction, behavioral plans developed by a team consisting of parents and school personnel to assist students in modifying behaviors that affect a positive academic and social environment.
• Collect data on student's IEP goals in collaboration with the special education and/or general education teacher, using various data collection techniques to track student growth and progress.
• Monitor students (e.g., lunch, playground, during life enrichment activities, etc.) to provide a safe and positive learning environment.
• Implement special strategies as directed to improve students' academic success based on individual students' needs, interests, and abilities.
• Promote general record-keeping and clerical functions (e.g., daily journal, etc.) to support teachers, therapists, and school counselors in maintaining necessary records/materials.
• Perform activities of daily living with/for students, including toileting, diaper changing, grooming, dressing, eating, use of assistive devices, and mobility to support continued inclusion in the general education setting.
• Assist students in using alternative/augmentative communication or other assistive technology to support participation in the general education setting.
• Assist with assessments, grading papers, and completing records, including storage of those records, as directed.
• Help create visuals and aids as directed by the teacher/therapists to support student communication and learning.
• Respond to emergency situations (e.g., injured student, fights, etc.) to address immediate safety concerns.
• Maintain the confidentiality of protected student information as directed during and after employment with the district.
• Refer all parent questions/concerns directly and immediately to the appropriate supervisor.
• Assist other personnel as directed to support them in completing their work activities.
• Participate in site/district meetings and in-service training as assigned.
• Serve as a primary source of information and support any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Be alert to and report the possibility of any substance use, child abuse, or dangerous situation based upon observation.

Benefits

• Salary placement on Grade C of the Governing Board approved salary schedule.
• Hours per day as determined by the specific assignment.
• Benefits as assigned for this position.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED