Paraprofessional II (SPED)

**Position Details ** Work Calendar: Hourly FTE: 0.7375 (Up to 29.5 Hours per Week) Contract Status: Non-Contract FLSA Status: Non- Exempt Reports To: Principal or Administrative Designee Starting Wage: $ 18.75 hourly Salary Schedule/Lane: 86/M Benefits: Not Eligible _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ** ** One Position Available JOB SUMMARY The Paraprofessional II -- Special Education provides assistance to teaching personnel in the supervision and instruction of special education students; performs classroom clerical tasks; and assists students by meeting special health care needs and developing students' daily living and behavioral skills. MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS All positions require selected candidates to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check. Additional minimum required qualifications for this position are: 1. High school diploma or a recognized equivalent 2. Per Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), interested applicants must be Highly Qualified to be considered for the position and have completed one of the following: 3. - completed at least two years at an accredited higher education institution (minimum 48 semester hours), or - obtained an associates (or higher) degree from an accredited higher education institution, or - satisfied a rigorous state or local assessment (Parapro Assessment/PRAXIS ETS) with a score of 460 or higher The higher education institution official transcripts, or college diploma, or a copy of the Paraprofessional Assessment must be provided with your application or upon a contingent offer of employment. Unofficial transcripts can be a placeholder until official transcripts are provided 1. Hold or obtain CPR & First Aid Certificate within 2 months of hire 2. Complete Safety Care Training 3. Attend Annual Health Services Training 4. Effective communication skills with both children and adults, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English; proficiency in grammar and punctuation 5. Ability to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and ratios 6. Experience using standard office equipment (e.g., phone, copier, fax, etc.) and Microsoft Office PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS These are examples of skills and experience that the best qualified candidates may have. Not having one or all of them does not disqualify any candidate from consideration. 1. Experience in a K-12 education or public employment environment 2. Spanish or other language proficiency, including ability to read, write, speak, and understand ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Under the direction of the teacher, assist and supervise students as they attend general education classes and provide support according to their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) needs; utilize knowledge of student's IEP and concepts for Special Education learning to implement learning and behavior plans that meet students' social and behavioral interventions, health care plans, and ensure compliance with IEPs 2. Under the guidance of the teacher, use knowledge of age-appropriate activities and stages of child development to implement classroom management techniques, provide small group instruction to students within the classroom, and provide classroom interventions and a variety of activities (e.g., constructive play, behavior modification activities, etc.), while managing time effectively 3. Complete safety care training 4. Monitor individual or small groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g., classroom, library, playground activities, bus boarding and exiting, etc.). Operate physical education equipment and supervise playground activities us ng standardized methods 5. Administer assessment instruments under the direction of teachers; confer with teachers to assist in evaluating student progress and implement student objectives 6. Report incidents (e.g., fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) to maintain the personal safety of students and adhere to district policies, procedures and state law 7. Collect student data as related to EIP, FBA/BIP or as directed by teacher 8. Administer first aid and adhere to safety practices 9. Work under limited supervision; utilize time-management and prioritization strategies; accurately process detailed information; meet deadlines 10. Participate in various meetings as assigned to convey and gather information required to perform functions, present information to others 11. Communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse individuals and groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and building positive working relationships with employees and stakeholders 12. Perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and ratios, read a variety of manuals, and write documents following prescribed formats 13. Adapt to changing work priorities and work with frequent interruptions; work as part of a team by collaborating with own and other work units; be attentive to detail 14. As needed, roll, push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, and lift up to 30 pounds 15. Maintain regular and predictable attendance to fulfill job requirements efficiently and effectively 16. Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit EMPLOYEE SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS Para II (SPED) Physical Demands Form The Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resource Services -- Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call 801-578-8340. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Non-Discrimination Statement No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs, services and employment including its policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups. The following person has been designated to handl e inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 406 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, (801) 578-8340. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, Denver, CO, (303) 844-5695.