Paraprofessional Specialist - ESAP

Paraprofessional Specialist - ESAP Date Posted: 3/2/2026 Location: Gilbert High Date Available: 03/02/2026 Closing Date: 06/30/2026 Job Length: 9 Month Job Grade: 109 Hourly Rate: $17.63 and up, depending on experience Hours per Day: 7 hours Application Procedure: Apply online FingerPrint Clearance Card: Must have a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to processing. Please follow these steps: Step One Step Two Instructional paraprofessionals assigned to a schoolwide Title I campus become eligible for a supplemental financial incentive once required highly qualified status has been verified by the Office of Federal Programs. Purpose Statement The position of Paraprofessional Specialist is dedicated to assisting in the supervision and instruction of severely and moderately disabled special needs students under the supervision of a certificated teacher; observing and documenting student progress; implementing plans for instruction; and assisting students by providing special health care needs. Essential Functions Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the teacher to provide an opportunity for all special education students to participate in classroom activities. Assists special education students requiring daily care (e.g., toileting, feeding, dressing, suctioning, tube feeding, lifting, positioning) to provide appropriate care and develop daily living and behavioral skills. Consults with teachers and/or therapists as needed for student needs and direction. Supports instructional activities assigned by a teacher or therapist for individuals or small groups to meet learning goals described by an IEP or district benchmarks. Implements behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior needs. Under the direction of a certified teacher or therapist, provides instructional materials as needed by individual students. Monitors special education students (e.g., lunch, playground, classroom, field trips) to provide a safe and positive learning environment. Participates as a provider in recording, reporting, and gathering data for the Direct Service Claiming (DSC) program to meet DSC requirements. Performs record keeping (daily data on instruction and/or behavior) and clerical functions. Responds to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns. Other Functions Assists other personnel as required to support completion of their work activities. Job Requirements Mental Requirements Learning Development – Level B: Sufficient to read and write technical information and instructions, perform basic arithmetic calculations, understand commonly used procedures and methods, or operate equipment that requires some training. Learning development is equivalent to completion of a high school curriculum. Problem Solving – Level 1: Work situations are routine and regularly recurring, requiring attention and concentration, but limited discretion, consideration, and planning to adequately respond and carry out work activities. Physical Requirements Physical Skill – Level A: Basic level of learned physical skill is required. No special coordination beyond normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed. Physical Effort – Level 2: Light physical effort such as frequent standing and walking, frequent lifting, guiding, and/or carrying of lightweight materials or equipment, occasional sustained effort. Social Requirements Human Relations Skill – Level B: Job requires patience in communication and well-developed verbal skills to exchange technical or complex information with individuals or small informal groups. Skills in establishing harmonious relationships and gaining cooperation are important. Scope of Contacts – Level 1: Important contacts are with peers in the immediate work group and immediate supervisor. Occasional contact with individuals outside the organization may occur. Work Environment Performance Environment – Level A: Changes in environments, work pressure, disturbances of workflow, and irregularities in work schedule are infrequent. Physical Working Conditions – Level 3: Frequent exposure to moderately hazardous conditions resulting in significant threat to health and safety. Accountability Level of Accountability – Level B: Responsible for producing job-level work output independently, subject to supervisory direction and review. Organizational Impact – Level 1: Work results impact the immediate work section with little effect beyond. Responsible for results or services that facilitate the work of others in a specific work group. Experience, Education, and Certifications Experience: Job-related experience is desired. Education: High school diploma or equivalent. All paraprofessionals at a Title I campus must have: an associate degree, an AA degree, 60 college credits, or evidence of passing the Para Pro Assessment Test. Certifications/Clearances: Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed. CPR/First Aid Certificate. As requested by the supervisor, maintain current CPI certification. Compensation Details FLSA Status: Non Exempt Pay Schedule: Hourly – Grade 109 Work Calendar: Support 9 Month Non Discrimination Statement Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy and other related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age (over 40), parental status, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of its operations. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups pursuant to the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. Lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District’s activities and programs. The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights or both. The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are located on the Gilbert Public Schools website. #J-18808-Ljbffr GILBERT PUBLIC SCHOOLS