Special Education Paraeducator I - Santa Barbara High School

Santa Barbara USD•Santa Barbara, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Santa Barbara Unified School District is hiring two Special Education Paraeducator I's to work with students at Santa Barbara High School. The role assists a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction for individual students or small groups of students with disabilities in a mild-to-moderate or inclusion setting. Positions are 6.5 hours per day, 9 months per year when school is in session; typical hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The position reports to a school site principal or other certificated administrator and is full-time and non-exempt. The paraeducator supports classroom learning and student well-being, including helping students with assignments, assessments, reading and writing activities, classroom routines, and behavior expectations. The role may also involve personal care and medical activities, supervising students during group and outdoor activities, collecting instructional data, and performing clerical support. Staff meetings, Professional Learning Community meetings, and in-service meetings may be required.

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 K–12 subjects, basic instructional strategies and techniques, 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 collaborate with certificated teachers, gather and distribute instructional materials, and interpret and explain school or district rules, policies, and procedures.
Ability to use appropriate English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; follow verbal and written directions; work independently with minimal supervision; and meet schedules and timelines.
Ability to perform strenuous physical activities, including pushing, lifting up to 25 pounds, transferring students in wheelchairs, and running or brisk walking to prevent students from eloping.

Nice To Haves

Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification.

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 various academic subjects.
Help students complete classroom assignments and homework projects, and assist with administering and monitoring tests as required.
Answer student questions, provide appropriate examples and emotional support, and reinforce understanding of classroom rules and procedures.
Read books and other materials to students and support reading, pronunciation, word recognition, spelling, and writing as directed.
Assist the teacher in monitoring 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 procedures, 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 assist with monitoring cafeteria, recess, and playground activities; accompany students on field trips as necessary.
Maintain confidentiality of student records and information and maintain punctual, consistent attendance.
Perform related duties as assigned and participate in staff, Professional Learning Community, or in-service meetings as directed.