Paraeducator (1:1) SPED

Redwood City School District•Menlo Park, CA

2d•$28 - $36

About The Position

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, the Paraeducator Special Education supports a special education classroom serving students with emotional, educational, physical, and/or behavioral needs. The role assists teachers with individual and small-group instruction, learning activities, student monitoring, behavior support, and classroom operations. It also includes clerical and record-keeping duties, supporting student safety and health, and communicating with teachers, families, and district personnel as needed. Some positions may require a California driver’s license and automobile insurance, a second designated language, and a standard First Aid Certificate obtained within the probationary period.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent combination of education and experience.
One year of experience working with children in an organized setting.
Knowledge of children’s general needs and behavior; basic school subjects; English usage; safe classroom practices; classroom procedures; special-needs student concerns; instructional methods; behavior-management techniques; office equipment; and basic record keeping.
Ability to reinforce instruction for individual or small groups of special education students and learn and apply curriculum content to students with special needs.
Ability to work effectively with students with disabilities and establish their confidence and trust.
Ability to support classroom instruction, carry out teacher-directed activities, and maintain a safe, clean, and orderly classroom and playground.
Ability to perform routine clerical duties and maintain records; operate standard office equipment; follow oral and written directions; and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to demonstrate patience and a receptive attitude toward children, follow health and safety rules, and perform first aid according to established procedures.
Some positions may require a valid California driver’s license, appropriate automobile insurance, and eligibility for coverage under the District liability insurance carrier.
A standard First Aid Certificate must be obtained within the probationary period.
Some positions may require speaking a designated second language.

Responsibilities

Assist with instruction for students with emotional, educational, physical, and/or behavioral needs, including individual support and small-group reinforcement of teacher instruction.
Review student histories, individual education plans, and daily lesson plans as directed.
Help develop and present learning materials and instructional exercises, and support activities related to the master plan.
Support fine-motor development, eye-hand coordination, motor control, and body awareness through appropriate activities.
Observe student behavior to maintain safety, help resolve disputes, and support appropriate behavior through positive reinforcement.
Prepare classroom work areas and materials, and set up displays, exhibits, collections, and bulletin boards.
Order and operate instructional and audiovisual equipment, computers, copiers, and other office machines as needed.
Maintain routine student-work and classroom records, grade tests, check corrections, and protect the confidentiality of student records.
Perform clerical work, including typing, duplicating, filing, taking attendance, and distributing and accounting for textbooks, supplies, and equipment.
Accompany mainstreamed students to regular classrooms and provide individual instructional assistance as assigned.
Monitor students on playgrounds, field trips, at lunch, and while boarding or leaving school buses; assist with planning and arranging activities and transport students on field trips as assigned.
Confer with teachers about programs and materials, and administer and score classroom tests as assigned.
Attend required staff meetings and in-service programs, and attend meetings concerning curriculum or student issues as needed.
Translate oral and written communications between teachers, students, parents, and district personnel as needed.
Provide first aid in emergencies according to established guidelines and follow health and safety procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.