Special Education Paraeducator II - Dos Pueblos High School

Santa Barbara USD•Goleta, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Santa Barbara Unified School District is hiring five Special Education Paraeducator II's to support Extensive Support Needs students at Dos Pueblos High School. The role assists a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction for individual students or small groups in general education, special education, or community program settings. Positions are 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 full-time, non-exempt, and reports to a school site administrator or other certificated administrator. It is eligible for Language Services premium pay. The paraeducator supports students’ academic learning, behavior plans, communication, social and independent-living skills, and personal care needs. The role may involve assisting with physical therapy, positioning, motor skill development, and a range of hygiene and personal-care activities. The employee follows health and safety procedures, maintains student confidentiality and attendance, and participates in meetings or training as directed.

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 as required by the issuing entity.
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 appropriate for students with disabilities.
Knowledge of basic record-keeping, including attendance, grades, and test scores.
Ability to exercise patience and support students with emotional, communication, behavioral, and learning needs, including students who may act out verbally or physically.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff; establish cooperative working relationships with parents or specialists; and work with students individually or in small groups.
Ability to use office equipment, PC or MAC computers, mass-market software or 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; use appropriate English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; understand and follow verbal and written directions; meet schedules and timelines; and work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction for individual or small groups of students in general education, special education, or community program settings.
Monitor student drills, practices, and assignments in academic subjects.
Implement behavior modification and intervention strategies as directed, and collect data or work samples as directed by the teacher.
Assist students in developing 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 student questions, provide examples and emotional support, and help students understand classroom rules and procedures.
Read books and other materials to students; support reading, pronunciation, word recognition, spelling, and writing as directed.
Assist with personal hygiene and personal care, including catheterization, feeding, toileting, dressing, washing, suctioning, or grooming.
Follow health and safety practices, and refer injured or ill students to appropriate staff.
Maintain the confidentiality of student records and information and maintain punctual, consistent attendance.
Perform related duties as assigned and participate in staff meetings, Professional Learning Community meetings, or in-service meetings as directed.