Special Education Paraeducator II - San Marcos High School

Santa Barbara USD•Santa Barbara, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Santa Barbara Unified School District seeks six Special Education Paraeducator II's to support Extensive Support Needs students at San Marcos High School. The position assists a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction for individual students or small groups of students with severe disabilities or emotional disturbances in general education, special education, or community program settings. The role is full-time, typically 6.5 hours per day from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., for nine months per year while school is in session. The position is non-exempt and is in Salary Schedule Range 30. Paraeducators support academic instruction and student development, including independent living, communication, social, and self-help skills. Duties also include assisting with personal care and hygiene, implementing teacher-directed behavior strategies, collecting instructional data, and supporting student health and safety. The role reports to a school site administrator or other certificated administrator.

Requirements

High school graduation.
At least one year of experience in an instructional setting.
Valid CPR certification, to be obtained within six months of employment and maintained according to the issuing entity’s requirements.
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification, to be earned within six months of employment.
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 for students with disabilities.
Knowledge of basic record-keeping techniques, including attendance, grades, and test scores.
Ability to exercise patience with students who have emotional problems or difficulty communicating, and to manage students who act out verbally or physically.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff; build cooperative relationships with parents or specialists; and work with students individually or in small groups.
Ability to operate contemporary office equipment, PC or MAC computers, common software and applications including MS Office and Google Suite, and instructional equipment such as computer workstations and iPads.
Ability to gather, distribute, and collect instructional materials and supplies, and collaborate with certificated teachers to meet student needs.
Ability to supervise students and follow established disciplinary and safety practices.
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, meet schedules and timelines, and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction for individual students or small groups in general education, special education, or community program settings.
Monitor student drills, practices, and assignments across academic subjects.
Assist with teacher-directed behavior modification and intervention strategies, and collect data or work samples as directed.
Help students develop independent living, communication, social, and self-help skills; assist with physical therapy, positioning, and motor skill development as directed.
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 they understand classroom rules and procedures.
Read books and other materials to students; support reading ability, pronunciation, word recognition, spelling, and writing as directed.
Assist students with personal hygiene and care, including catheterization, feeding, toileting, dressing, washing, suctioning, and grooming.
Follow health and safety practices, and refer injured or ill students to appropriate staff.
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.