Paraprofessional

Nebo School District is located in south Utah County, services nearly 45,000 students in grades PreK-12, and employs over 4300people. Our vision is to: engage students as active participants in school and in the community; empower students to acquire and develop knowledge, skills, and talents; collaborate to promote safety, student involvement and achievement; and prepare students to succeed in school and life. Special Education Essential Elements Classroom Technician. Lane 3, $19.52 per hour, 5 hours per day, 5 days per week, 177 days per year. Must be at least 18 years of age to apply. Placement on the salary schedule will be reviewed by a supervisor and finalized through the Human Resources and Payroll Departments. Candidates already employed with Nebo School District, applying for a new position with a lane increase, may decrease in overall steps in the new position if offered, accepted, and not in the same job category. Experience Job-related experience is not required. Education High school diploma or equivalent required Targeted, job-related education with study in job-related area. Certificates CPR/First Aid Certificate Purpose Statement The job of Instructional Technician - Essential Elements Classroom is done for the purpose/s of assisting in the supervision, care and instruction of students with significant disabilities under the supervision of a certificated teacher; observing and documenting student progress; supporting language devices; supporting motor-development devices; implementing educational and specific behavioral plans; documenting students' daily activities; modeling appropriate behaviors and interactions with students and staff; providing alternate curriculum and modifications; and assisting students by providing for special health care needs. This job is distinguished from similar jobs by the following characteristics: This job reports to the Special Education Teacher in a special classroomsetting where students primarily access the essential elements of the instructional core. Essential Functions Modifies classroom activities, assignments and/or materials as directed for the purpose of providing an opportunity for all special education students performing at different levels and/or with different functional limitations to participate in the essential elements of instructional programs. Administers daily-living care, personal care, and medical and non-medical assistance (e.g. diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bags, medication, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care and/or developing children's daily living activities and behavioral skills. Collaborates with teachers for the purpose of fulfilling students IEP goals. Implements behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for the purpose of assisting in meeting special education students' needs and providing a consistent learning environment. Implements essential elements of academic instruction for individuals or small groups (e.g. cooking, math, reading, spelling, music, etc.) for the purpose of meeting learning goals, as described by an IEP and/or district benchmarks. Maintains instructional materials and/or student records (e.g. adapting/modifying instructional materials, checking papers, attendance, audio visual equipment, set up art/science projects, data collection, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and/or providing reliable information. Monitors special education student(s) (e.g. lunch, school bus loading zones, playground, classroom, field trips, assemblies, kitchen, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment as well as covering for a teacher when he/she is called out of the room for other meetings. Participates in meetings and in-service presentations (e.g. personal care training, daily-living skills, emergency procedures, behavioral intervention training, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions. Document personal care and/or behavioral service logs for the purpose of Medicaid reimbursement. Provides teacher assistance in alternate national, state, and district assessments within limits set by the test publisher manual and ethical guidelines. Other Functions Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Job Requirements:Minimum Qualifications SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: preparing and maintaining accurate records; adhering to safety practices; and administering first aid. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include safety practices and procedures and stages of child development/ behavior. ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem-solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem-solving with data may require independent interpretation, and problem-solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups including children with limited verbal skills; displaying compassion and patience; maintaining confidentiality; and working as part of a team. Have the Ability for regular and reliable attendance. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services. Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling,frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 40% walking, and 50% standing.The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to the risk of injury and/or illness. #J-18808-Ljbffr