Paraprofessional- Exceptional Student Services

Maricopa Unified School District #20•Maricopa, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paraprofessional assists with instruction and supervision of students through one-on-one and small-group instruction, playground supervision, and support with testing and assessment of student progress. The position may serve in a classroom or developmental center and may involve personal assistance with toileting, hygiene, feeding, lifting, and other student needs. Position longevity is determined by individual classroom needs. Work hours correspond to school-site hours; continuing positions in subsequent school years, if offered, may be rearranged to meet student needs. The role is classified as non-exempt, with compensation based on the approved classified compensation plan and education and experience. The position reports to the Principal.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Pass the required PRAXIS or Work Keys test, or hold an associate’s degree, or have 60 college credits.
Current First Aid and CPR certification, or obtain it within 30 days after hire.
IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Experience and knowledge of student needs at different ages and educational and developmental levels.
Working knowledge of educational practices, processes, and techniques.
Willingness to become familiar with Maricopa Unified School District #20 policies, regulations, and rules, as well as applicable federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and rules.
Ability to assess students’ educational needs and provide tutoring in various educational subjects and areas.
Ability to operate office equipment and MS Office.
Verbal and written communication skills, including translation and interpretation.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation, including walking, sitting, standing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, lifting with force up to 50 pounds, and carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects up to 125 pounds.
Ability to meet critical sensory requirements, including general vision corrected to 20/20, hearing or listening in the normal range (corrected), and speaking and giving directions clearly.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with individual students in a classroom or developmental center to reinforce learning material or skills introduced by the teacher.
Work with small groups of students in a classroom to reinforce learning material or skills introduced by the teacher.
Supervise students outside the classroom during lunch, playground time, or before and after school.
Translate material and information for parents, students, and staff.
Administer tests and assessments.
Grade papers and maintain records under teacher supervision.
Maintain files and computer records.
Assist the supervising instructor with duties specifically related to the area of instruction.
Provide personal assistance with toileting, hygiene, feeding, lifting, and other possible student needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.