Special Education Paraprofessional (Temporary)

Rocketship Public Schools • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

The Paraprofessional provides individual and small-group instruction for students with special and typical learning needs in general education settings, including classrooms, recess, and lunch areas. The role works under the supervision of a certificated Education Specialist, who provides weekly oversight, training, and direction. Under the direction of the special education case manager, the Paraprofessional supports instruction, student engagement, behavior plans, and the monitoring of student progress.

Requirements

• Be a detail-oriented team player who is resourceful and able to manage responsibilities with confidence and discretion.
• Be comfortable working in a start-up environment with flexibility.
• Have interpersonal skills involving tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Have a passion for working with young children.
• Have at least two years of college or achieve a passing score on Rocketship’s Paraprofessional Assessment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Implement individual and small-group instruction for students with special education needs under the direction of the special education case manager.
• Collaborate with students’ case managers to assess progress toward goals consistently and communicate student progress to case managers and general education teachers.
• Implement behavior management strategies during individual and small-group instruction to support student engagement.
• Support implementation of behavior intervention plans developed by students’ case managers.
• Record data for individualized instructional programs and positive behavior support plans.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree