Paraprofessional Specialist - Preschool

Gilbert Unified Schools AZ•Gilbert, AZ

48d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

The job of Paraprofessional Specialist is done for the purpose/s of assisting in the supervision and instruction of severely /moderately disabled special needs students under the supervision of a certificated teacher; observing and documenting student progress; implementing plans for instruction; and assisting students by providing for special health care needs.

Requirements

Job-related experience is desired.
High school diploma or equivalent.
All Paraprofessionals at a Title I campus must have the following: Associate degree; or AA Degree; or 60 college credits; or Evidence of passing the Para Pro Assessment Test
Must meet Arizona Department of Health Services (DHS) Child Day Care Center Teacher-Caregiver requirements.
Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed.
Must have negative TB Test documentation provided by a clinic or doctor, completed within 12 months prior to starting working with students.
CPR/First Aid Recertification every two years.

Responsibilities

Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the teacher for the purpose of providing an opportunity for all special education students to participate in classroom activities.
Assists special education students requiring daily care (e.g. Toileting, feeding, dressing, suctioning, tube feeding, lifting, positioning, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care of medically fragile and/or physically handicapped students and/or developing students daily living and behavioral skills.
Confers with teachers and/or therapist as appropriate for the purpose of assisting in evaluating special education student progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
Directed and guided by the appropriate therapist for the purpose of providing carry-over of therapy routines and/or strategies.
Implements academic instruction assigned by a teacher or therapist for individuals or small groups for the purpose of meeting learning goals, as described by an IEP and/or district benchmarks.
Implements behavioral plans designed by IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other handicapping conditions for the purpose of assisting in meeting special education students needs and providing a consistent environment.
Instructs special education students (e.g. Counting, colors, behavioral skills, daily living skills, verbal skills, etc.) For the purpose of implementing goals for remediation of student deficiencies and ensuring students success.
Maintains instructional materials and/or student files/records (e.g. adapting instructional materials, checking papers, attendance, audio visual equipment, set up projects, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and/or providing reliable information.
Monitors special education students (e.g. Lunch, playground, classroom, field trips, etc.) For the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
Participates as a provider in the recording, reporting and gathering of data for the Direct Service Claiming (DSC) program for the purpose of meeting DSC requirements.
Performs record keeping (daily data on instruction and/or behavior) and clerical functions (e.g. correcting papers, copying, instructional materials, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher in providing necessary records/materials.
Responds to emergency situations (e.g. Injured student, fights, etc.) For the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
Attends meetings and in-service presentations for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.