Paraeducator (SLC) SPED

Redwood City School District•Redwood City, CA

About The Position

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, the Paraeducator Special Education performs instructional tasks supporting a special education classroom serving students with emotional, educational, physical, and/or behavioral needs. The role assists teachers with individual and small-group instruction, classroom and student activities, behavior support, student safety, and routine clerical work. The paraeducator may also support students in mainstream classrooms and accompany or monitor students during playground, lunch, bus, and field-trip activities. The position requires sensitivity to students’ learning difficulties and the ability to maintain confidential student records, follow teacher direction, and work cooperatively with students, families, teachers, and district personnel. Some positions may require a California driver’s license and automobile insurance, a designated second 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 general child needs and behavior; basic school subjects; English usage; classroom procedures; safe classroom practices; special-needs student concerns; basic instructional and behavior-management techniques; standard office equipment; and basic record keeping.
Ability to reinforce teacher-directed instruction for individual or small groups of special education students and apply curriculum content and objectives to students with special needs.
Ability to work effectively with students with disabilities and establish their confidence and trust.
Ability to follow teacher-directed activities, maintain safe and orderly classroom and playground areas, and establish cooperative working relationships with children and adults.
Ability to perform routine clerical work and maintain records; operate standard office machines; follow oral and written directions; and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to observe health and safety regulations and perform or learn basic first aid according to established procedures.
Ability to demonstrate patience and a receptive attitude toward children and learn appropriate indoor and outdoor recreational activities.
Some positions may require a valid California driver’s license, appropriate automobile insurance under DMV regulations, and insurability by the District’s liability insurance carrier.
A Standard First Aid Certificate must be obtained within the probationary period.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak, read, write, translate, or interpret a designated second language, as required for some positions.

Responsibilities

Assist with instruction for students with emotional, educational, physical, and/or behavioral needs, individually and in small groups.
Review student history, individual education plans, and daily lesson plans as directed.
Help develop and present learning materials and instructional exercises, and support established program timelines and activities.
Lead activities that develop fine motor skills, eye-hand coordination, motor control, and body awareness.
Observe student behavior to promote safety, help resolve disputes, and support appropriate behavior using positive reinforcement.
Set up work areas and prepare materials and spaces for classroom activities, displays, and bulletin boards.
Operate instructional and audiovisual equipment, computers, copiers, and other standard office machines as needed.
Maintain routine records of student work and classroom activities; grade tests and check corrections while preserving confidentiality of student records.
Perform clerical tasks, including typing, duplicating, filing, attendance, and tracking textbooks, supplies, and equipment.
Accompany mainstreamed students to regular classrooms and provide individual instructional assistance.
Monitor students on playgrounds, field trips, at lunch, and when boarding or leaving school buses; assist with arranging activities and transport students on field trips as assigned.
Confer with teachers about programs and materials to meet student needs, and administer and score classroom tests as assigned.
Attend required staff meetings, in-service programs, and meetings concerning curriculum or student issues.
Translate oral and written communications between teachers, children, parents, and district personnel as needed.
Provide first aid in emergencies according to established guidelines and follow health and safety procedures.
Perform related duties as assigned.