Paraeducator III

Job TitleJob SummaryUnder the immediate supervision of an assigned supervisor and general direction of a classroom teacher, specialist or therapist, assists in providing academic, behavior and social-emotional supports to individual or small groups of students to enhance learning. Monitors and reports student progress according to state standards, classroom objectives and the individualized education program (IEP), including health and/or behavioral plans. Provides cognitive instructional, therapeutic, and/or medical support to students with severe behavioral and/or physical disabilities including students with multiple handicaps, emotional disturbance, and severe orthopedic, visual, or hearing impairments.Requirements / QualificationsGraduation from high school or equivalent. Completion of at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 semester units), or Associates degree. If a candidate does not possess the higher education requirement, then they must successfully pass the district's competency exam demonstrating knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing and mathematics (or readiness in those subject areas.) Experience: Requires one year experience working with special education students in an organized setting or one year experience providing health care services in a hospital, skilled nursing, extended care or convalescent care setting.CalPERS LinksNot all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only.