Paraeducator II

Kingman Unified School District #20•Kingman, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paraeducator II provides instructional and clerical support to students throughout the school under the supervision of a classroom teacher or program coordinator/administrator. Unlike a Paraeducator I, this position works with students across the school rather than within one or several classrooms. The role supports student achievement in special education resource rooms, alternative schools, and specific areas such as literacy and career and technical education. Positions are located in schools throughout the district. This is an at-will, 9-month position scheduled for 32 hours per week, working eight hours per day Monday through Thursday during core business hours. The position is eligible for medical benefits. Employment does not guarantee a particular work schedule or a minimum number of days or hours. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and operates in a school environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
AA degree, 60 college credits from an accredited university, or satisfactory results on an Arizona state-approved competency exam (ParaPro).
Satisfactory criminal background check.
Ability to pass a criminal background check and obtain a Fingerprint Clearance Card with an IVP number through the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
High interpersonal skills for handling sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with students or children.
May require First Aid/CPR certification and/or Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training.

Responsibilities

Respond promptly, efficiently, courteously, and patiently to internal and external customers in relation to the job.
Work near the teacher to instruct individual students or small groups, reinforcing material or skills introduced by the teacher.
Assist students with physical, emotional, and educational needs in accordance with their I.E.P. guidelines.
Assist with assessments, grading papers, and completing records under the supervision of a certified teacher.
Distribute and collect workbooks, papers, and other instructional materials.
Copy, collate, and file worksheets and requested documents.
Develop and create bulletin boards, signs, borders, and classroom displays.
Operate and care for equipment used for instructional purposes.
Help supervise students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, meal periods, field trips, crossing guard duty, bus assistance, after-school activities, and school gate duty.
Alert the teacher to problems or special information about a student.
Maintain the confidentiality of protected student and staff information, including after employment ends.
Maintain knowledge of and adhere to policies, regulations, and rules.
Perform related duties as assigned in a safe and prudent manner.