Special Education Paraeducator I - Junior High

Santa Barbara USD•Santa Barbara, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Santa Barbara Unified School District is hiring Special Education Paraeducators I to work at its junior high school sites. The role assists a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction for individual students or small groups of students with disabilities in mild-to-moderate or inclusion settings. Positions are six hours per day, nine months per year, with a typical schedule of 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. when school is in session. The position is full-time and non-exempt, and reports to a school site principal or another certificated administrator. The role supports students’ academic, behavioral, personal-care, health, and safety needs; helps teachers with classroom activities and recordkeeping; and may assist with cafeteria, recess, playground, and field-trip supervision. Work takes place indoors and may include outdoor activities or field trips. The position may involve contact with students displaying unpredictable or hostile behaviors and requires strenuous physical activity, including lifting up to 25 pounds.

Requirements

High school graduation.
One year of experience in an instructional setting.
Meet the ESSA paraeducator requirement through one of the following: the SBUSD Paraeducator Math/Language Arts Assessment; the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST); or completion of two years of college (48 semester units) or an associate degree or higher.
Knowledge of K–12 core subjects, basic instructional strategies, student learning styles, instructional techniques for students with disabilities, and basic recordkeeping.
Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, staff, parents, and specialists; relate to students individually or in small groups; and collaborate with certificated teachers.
Ability to supervise students, follow disciplinary and safety practices, and understand and explain school or district rules, policies, and procedures.
Ability to use office equipment, PC or Mac computers, MS Office, Google Suite, and instructional equipment such as iPads.
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 position, including lifting up to 25 pounds and transferring students in wheelchairs.

Nice To Haves

Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification.

Responsibilities

Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction for individual students or small groups in mild-to-moderate or inclusion settings.
Monitor student drills, practices, assignments, tests, and classroom work across academic subjects.
Help students complete classroom assignments and homework, answer questions, provide examples and emotional support, and clarify classroom rules and procedures.
Read to students and support reading, letter and word recognition, pronunciation, spelling, and writing as directed.
Help monitor student behavior and compliance with classroom and school rules and policies.
Collect data or work samples and perform clerical duties supporting classroom activities.
Follow health and safety 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 and help monitor cafeteria, recess, and playground activities; accompany students on field trips as necessary.
Maintain confidentiality of student records and information, and maintain punctual and consistent attendance.
Participate in staff, Professional Learning Community, or in-service meetings as directed.
Perform related duties as assigned.