Paraprofessional – Special Education Adult Support - Job #7200

Sierra Vista Unified School District • Sierra Vista, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Sierra Vista Unified School District is hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional to provide direct support to students with disabilities at Town & Country K-8 School. Under the supervision of the classroom teacher and building administrator, the paraprofessional assists students with IEP-related services and supports their inclusion, learning, achievement of IEP objectives, safety, and development throughout the school day. The role may include one-on-one and small-group assistance, behavioral support, help with classroom activities and modified assignments, and assistance with activities of daily living. Medical tasks may be assigned under the direction or instruction of licensed medical providers. The position is based in an indoor school and classroom environment, with possible outdoor student activities. It is a nine-month position, working 6.6 hours per day.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• An associate degree, 60 college credits, or a passing State/Local ParaPro Assessment test is required.
• Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.
• Ability to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Ability to participate in the District's Medicaid program.
• Knowledge of accepted behavior-management techniques and practices for working with people with disabilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Interpersonal and problem-solving skills to address challenges related to special education services.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and reports, monitor students, and work with students to secure their cooperation.
• Knowledge of basic first aid, including CPR, and specialized equipment used to assist children with special needs.
• Ability to operate computer equipment for email, word processing, data management, and other assigned tasks.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to practical problems and varied situations.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine interest in working with students with disabilities.
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and perform duties in accordance with federal and state laws, district procedures, Board policies, and mandatory reporting requirements.
• Ability to reach, sit, stand, walk, stoop, and bend as necessary for student learning and safety; frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing 50 to 75 pounds; assist students; and operate necessary equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with youth.
• Knowledge, skills, or experience implementing Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS), or willingness to receive training in those strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to students with disabilities in accordance with IEP-related services under the supervision of the classroom teacher and building administrator.
• Assist students with classroom activities to promote inclusion, learning, achievement, and progress toward IEP objectives.
• Accompany and assist students throughout the school day as required by their IEPs, and monitor behaviors in accordance with behavior plans.
• Work one-on-one and in small groups with students on specific needs.
• Assist with classroom behavior management to minimize disruptions, maintain a safe and orderly classroom, and keep students on task.
• Assist the teacher in modifying student assignments as needed.
• Assist and train students in activities of daily living as needed, including toileting, feeding, hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
• Learn the basic course content and educational goals and objectives for each assigned student.
• Perform assigned medical tasks under the direction or instruction of licensed medical providers, such as catheterization, tracheostomy-tube care, and gastric-tube feeding.
• Follow applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations when assisting students.
• Use the District's PBIS program with fidelity at the building level.
• Maintain accurate records and reports, monitor students, and help secure student cooperation.
• Protect the confidentiality and rights of students and parents, comply with applicable laws and district policies, and follow mandatory reporting procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package with health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options available at additional cost to employees.
• Paid leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid life insurance.
• Equal contribution to the Arizona State Retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

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