Paraprofessional II: Career Guidance - 12 months/40 hours/week (Outside Candidates)

Irvine Unified School District • Irvine, CA

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About The Position

The Paraprofessional II: Career Guidance position supports students transitioning into the workforce. Under the supervision of the Career Link-Supervisor, the employee leads and participates in implementing assigned program grant requirements; provides case management, pre-employment training, and job placement services; conducts parent trainings and career planning workshops; and trains and provides work direction to assigned program staff.

The position is 12 months and 40 hours per week. Candidates need a high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by college-level coursework in child development, education, psychology, or a related field, and two years of experience working with at-risk or special needs students. A valid California Class C driver's license and current First Aid/CPR certification from an authorized agency are required.

The Irvine Unified School District serves more than 36,000 PK-12 students. Employees working 30 or more hours per week are eligible for a comprehensive health benefits program; the district pays most of the cost of medical, dental, and vision insurance. Newly hired employees begin at Step 1 on the salary schedule.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent, supplemented by college-level coursework in child development, education, psychology, or a related field.
• Two years of experience working with at-risk or special needs students.
• Valid California Class C driver's license.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification issued by an authorized agency.
• Submit a resume and provide at least two references on the application.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in implementation of assigned program grant requirements.
• Provide case management, pre-employment training, and job placement services to students transitioning into the workforce.
• Conduct parent trainings and career planning workshops.
• Train and provide work direction to assigned program staff.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits program for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• District pays most of the cost of medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED