Special Education Paraeducator I - Adams Elementary

Santa Barbara USD•Santa Barbara, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Santa Barbara Unified School District is hiring two Special Education Paraeducators I to support Mild Support Needs students at Adams Elementary. The role assists a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction for individual students or small groups in a mild-to-moderate or inclusion setting. Positions are 6 hours per day, 9 months per year while school is in session, with typical hours of 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The position is full-time and non-exempt, and is eligible for Language Services premium pay. Paraeducators support students’ learning, classroom participation, behavior, health, safety, personal care, and related activities. They work with teachers and other staff, maintain confidentiality, and may participate in staff, Professional Learning Community, and in-service meetings. The role reports to a school site principal or another certificated administrator.

Requirements

High school graduation.
One year of experience in an instructional setting.
Meet the ESSA Paraeducator requirement through one of the following: SBUSD Paraeducator Math/Language Arts Assessment; California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST); completion of two years of college (48 semester units); or an A.A. degree or higher.
Knowledge of core subjects taught in K–12 school districts, basic instructional strategies, student learning styles or modalities, and instructional techniques appropriate for students with disabilities.
Knowledge of basic record-keeping techniques, including attendance, grades, and test scores.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff and maintain cooperative working relationships with parents or specialists.
Ability to relate to students individually or in small groups, supervise students, and follow established disciplinary and safety practices.
Ability to operate contemporary office equipment, PC or MAC computers, common software including MS Office and Google Suite, and instructional equipment such as iPads.
Ability to gather, distribute, and collect instructional materials and supplies and collaborate with certificated teachers to meet student needs.
Ability to read, interpret, apply, and explain school or district rules, policies, and procedures.
Ability to use appropriate English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, follow verbal and written directions, and meet schedules and timelines.
Ability to perform the physical activities described for the role, including lifting up to 25 pounds and transferring students in wheelchairs.
Ability to respond to possible contact with hostile or abusive students with unpredictable behaviors, including yelling, hitting, kicking, scratching, biting, and eloping.

Nice To Haves

Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction for individual students or small groups of students with disabilities in a mild-to-moderate or inclusion setting.
Monitor and oversee student drills, practice, and assignments in academic subjects.
Help students complete classroom assignments and homework projects, and assist with administering and monitoring tests as required.
Answer students’ questions, provide examples and emotional support, and ensure students understand classroom rules and procedures.
Read books and other materials to students, observe their reading, and assist with pronunciation, word recognition, spelling, and writing as directed.
Monitor student behavior and adherence to classroom or school rules and policies.
Collect data or work samples as directed and perform clerical duties supporting classroom activities.
Follow health and safety practices, and refer injured or ill students to appropriate staff.
Assist students with hygiene, personal care, and medical activities, including catheterization, feeding, toileting, dressing, washing, or suctioning.
Direct group activities as assigned and help monitor cafeteria, recess, and playground activities.
Accompany students on field trips as necessary.
Maintain confidentiality of student records and information.
Maintain punctual and consistent attendance.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Participate in staff meetings, Professional Learning Community meetings, or in-service meetings as directed.