Paraeducator for Deaf/Hard of Hearing - Cesar Chavez ES (S20D)

San Francisco Unified School District•San Francisco, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Paraeducator supports instruction for pupils eligible for Deaf/Hard of Hearing special education services as determined by an IEP or IFSP. Under the supervision of a teacher or administrator, the paraeducator helps students access curriculum and supports learning and mastery using appropriate instructional methods and strategies. The role includes implementing lesson plans, reviewing and correcting student work, participating in parent conferences, proctoring examinations, maintaining relevant records, and operating instructional equipment and software. Translating or adapting materials between English and another language may be required for positions with a language suffix. The role may involve assisting with students’ personal needs, including lifting, toileting, feeding, diapering, and positioning. Employees in positions that require driving must provide a Department of Motor Vehicles clearance certificate to meet District insurability requirements.

Requirements

Meet one of the following education requirements: an associate degree or higher; 48 college units and a high school diploma; or passing the CBEST and a high school diploma.
Demonstrate knowledge of sign-language systems and Deaf culture, and the ability to facilitate communication using sign language, evidenced by fluent sign-language use during the interview process.
Be able to work with pupils identified as Deaf/Hard of Hearing by an IEP or IFSP.
Be able to act quickly and effectively in emergencies.
Be able to work with and relate to individuals in SFUSD’s culturally diverse environment.
Develop and maintain effective, courteous communication with pupils, staff, and the public.
Demonstrate familiarity with teaching methods, instructional media, test scoring, school organization, and school rules and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Continuing education coursework in sign language.
Knowledge of San Francisco or urban public schools and commitment to SFUSD’s instructional mission.
Ability to work effectively across functions and roles in a complex organization.
A record of planning, organizing, and using resources to achieve goals.
Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Flexible, proactive work ethic and ability to identify challenges and focus on solutions.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships with district staff and colleagues.
Effective written and verbal communication, including explaining complex processes to varied audiences.
Ability to handle difficult situations involving confidential and sensitive matters.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and GSuite (Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, and Forms).

Responsibilities

Assist in planning lessons and preparing instructional materials for severely impaired pupils.
In accordance with IEPs, supervise or tutor individual pupils or small groups in specific skill or content areas.
Conduct planned lessons with assigned groups in classrooms or other educational locations.
Assist in explaining subject matter.
Administer tests and examinations; review and correct assignments; and maintain individual pupil profiles.
Assist in evaluating pupils.
Prepare and maintain records and lists not required by law to be maintained by certificated personnel.
Prepare, operate, and maintain instructional equipment and supplies, including audio-visual equipment, computers, laboratory equipment, and other teaching machines; may procure and store equipment.
Issue supplies and equipment to pupils and maintain related records.
Help maintain classroom discipline and a positive learning environment; enforce classroom and school rules.
Assist with behavior management and discipline on field trips and at school-site activities.
May monitor school areas such as halls, locker areas, cafeterias, yards, auditoriums, gymnasiums, and lavatories in accordance with program regulations.
Render first aid in compliance with modern precautionary methods.
Report disciplinary problems and injury incidents to the appropriate supervisor.
May help professional staff publicize educational development programs by distributing information about program objectives and functions.
Assist with pupils’ personal needs, including lifting, toileting, feeding, diapering, and positioning, if required.
Perform related duties as required.