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**Job Summary**:
We are seeking a dedicated paraeducator to support students K-8 in self

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist special education teachers with individualized instruction
- Implementation of each child’s individualized education program (IEP)
- Monitoring student behavior, and assist students with personal needs, including, but not limited to toiletry, feeding, adaptive equipment, etc.
- Monitor student behavior and intervene as necessary to maintain a productive learning environment.
- Assist with clerical tasks such as record-keeping, grading, and organizing instructional materials.
- Help with the supervision of students during transitions, lunch, and other non-instructional times.
- Foster positive social interactions among students.

**Essential Functions**: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this class.)
- Assist teacher with instructions, creation of classroom materials and classroom set up
- Paraprofessionals may be required to provide services in regular classrooms, ESL, special needs, side-by-side or other special education settings.
- All Paraprofessionals may have duties in playground supervision, lunchroom and lunch area supervision, lavatory supervision, bus area supervision, and in transportation of District students as required.
- Assist and accompany student for inclusion in regular classroom
- Aids students with personal hygiene, including changing diapers and assisting with toilet training.
- Assist students in proper use of eating utensils and cafeteria behavior
- Assist occupational therapist and speech therapist with teaching student as required.
- Provide a safe environment for special education students in which to learn
- Monitor and supervise students in classroom, playground and cafeteria settings, using PBIS principles
- Under the direction of the supervising teacher, prepare instructional materials and visual aids; photo copy materials and documents
- Under the direction of the supervising teacher, prepare workstations or learning centers for children to work on daily lessons
- Assist students with learning reading, writing and math skills
- Assist in administering District and State tests as needed
- Assess student needs and modify lessons to provide appropriate help; document student progress
- Collaborate with teachers to ensure lessons are appropriate for student
- Organize and maintain teaching materials
- Organize and file student work; plan for daily activities to meet specific needs of each child
- Move about as needed to observe activity and to maintain safety, order and control at all duty stations.
- Maintains adequate and legible records concerning his/her students work with teacher direction.
- Assist in all safety programs, drills and evacuation proceedings as required.
- Report to your instructional supervisor and/or school health center personnel all student medical and safety issues which you observe.
- Attend classes, in-services and seminars as needed to improve knowledge and skills and to keep current with the latest in services equipment, material and functions as it pertains to the District’s needs.
- Practice good public relations techniques with students, staff, administration and parents, demonstrating a cordial and friendly manner.
- Participate in the Medicaid Reimbursement program which includes maintaining monthly logs on eligible students; attending scheduled training.
- Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
- May oversee class as required in teacher’s absence
- Perform other duties as assigned

**Qualifications**:

- Must obtain and maintain a AZ DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Obtain and maintain certification in Nonviolent Physical Crisis Intervention, CPR, and First Aid
- Experience working with school
- aged children _(preferred)_
- Experience working with children with various learning and physical disabilities (_preferred)_
- Special training in the use of adaptive equipment _(may be required upon hire)_
- Understanding of instructional techniques and strategies for diverse learners.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents.
- Patience, empathy, and a passion for supporting the educational development of students.
- Willingness to undergo background checks and meet any other requirements mandated by the school or district.
- Other Duties as Assigned

**Job Details**:

- Monday
- Friday
- 32.5 hours/ week
- Start Date: August 8, 2024
- End Date: June 6, 2025

We offer competitive compensation packages including medical, dental, and vision insurance. We also provide immediate sick time accrual. Join our team to make a positive impact on the lives of children and contribute to their academic and social development