Paraprofessional Assistant

6 days ago


Susanville, California, United States Lassen Union High District Full time
Job Summary

Under the direction of the Principal or Assistant Principal, assists in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students in a classroom or an instructional resource setting. Performs various tasks in assisting with the educational needs associated with the particular program to which assigned.

Key Responsibilities
  • Tutors individuals or small groups of students, reinforces instruction as directed by the teacher.
  • Provides support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays, and exhibits; operating audio-visual equipment; operating educational training equipment; and distributing and collecting papers and supplies.
  • Observes and controls behavior of students according to approved procedures; reports progress regarding student performance and behavior to the teacher.
  • Assists the teacher in maintaining an attractive and stimulating classroom, in responding to the personal needs of the children.
  • Assists in supervising students in the classroom, on the playground, or while on field trips; provides special assistance to students as a result of diagnosed needs in the areas of language, reading, and math.
  • Establishes and maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with staff, students, parents, administrative personnel, and others contacted in the course of work.
Requirements
  • AA Degree, 48 college units, or successful passage of a paraprofessional examination is required.
  • Valid California driver's license.
  • Current TB test.
  • Current First Aid and CPR certification.
Benefits
  • CalPERS Retirement Benefits.
  • Vacation, sick, and paid holidays.
  • Health Benefit Options.

The Lassen Union High School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.