Special Education Paraeducator

Paraeducator I
Under the general direction of the site administrator and Special Education Coordinator, and in cooperation with the classroom teacher(s), performs the necessary duties to assist in a specialized education area with students who have minimal behavior, physical and/or medical needs.
Assists the classroom teacher in maintaining classroom control and in assigned instructional areas to designated students.
Under the direction of certificated personnel, assists in various aspects of program implementation and classroom work, including administering tests, correcting and grading student work, and the recording of information.
Assists in the preparation of materials and lesson plans.
Obtains supplies and necessary equipment for classroom activities.
Assists in a variety of activities related to the daily operations of the classroom, such as roll call, lunch count, absences, and out-of-classroom errands.
Assists physically handicapped students with their equipment (wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, etc.)
Maintains confidential informational and operational records and files.
Maintains necessary records, including data collection and copying materials.
Knowledge of methods and attitudes required in working with children who have specialized needs.
Correct English usage, punctuation, spelling and grammar, and basic math.
Ability to assist special need students in developing peer relationships.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of school related information.
Related positively to students, staff, and the public.
Learn and follow the practice, rules, and regulations of the District and to the school to which assigned.
Experience and education experience include:

High School diploma or equivalent.
This position requires a pre-placement physical, fingerprinting and CPR/First aide. Paper Application