Special Education Paraeducator II -Transportation Dept.

Windsor Unified • Windsor, CA

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About The Position

The Paraeducator II position at Windsor Unified School District involves assisting students with moderate to severe behavioral, physical, and/or medical needs under the direction of the site administrator and Special Education Coordinator. The role includes supporting classroom teachers, managing classroom activities, and implementing educational programs tailored to individual student needs.

Requirements

• At least two (2) years experience working in an educational setting which provides direct instruction to students.
• At least one (1) year training and/or experience in working with special needs students.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Red Cross recognized first aid certificate or successful completion of a first aid course within three (3) months after employment.
• Possess or obtain CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• Training and/or experience in working with special needs students.
• LVN, EMT, CNA, or Behavior certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists the classroom teacher in maintaining classroom control and in assigned instructional areas to designated students.
• Interacts with students, encourages their performance, observes progress, and meets instructional needs as they arise.
• Works with students in small groups or on a one-to-one basis, to reinforce basic skills or to supplement classroom work.
• Assists in classroom management.
• Shares observations of students with the classroom teacher(s).
• Under the direction of certificated personnel, assists in various aspects of program implementation and classroom work, including administering tests, correcting and grading student work, and the recording of information.
• Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other specialized trainings.
• Assists in preparation of materials and lesson plans.
• Obtains supplies and necessary equipment for classroom activities.
• Assists in a variety of activities related to the daily operations of the classroom, such as roll call, lunch count, absences, and out-of-classroom errands.
• Assists physically handicapped students with their equipment (wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, etc.).
• Monitors individual progress of students and discusses problems and improvements with teacher(s).
• Maintains confidential informational and operational records and files.
• Under direction of classroom teacher, communicates regularly with parents/guardians.
• Responsible for ongoing feeding, toileting, dressing and assisting students in independent skill development.
• Assists in the implementation of a behavior intervention plan.
• Participates in student related and/or teacher meetings, when requested.
• Maintains necessary records, including data collection and copying materials.
• Performs other related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED