High School Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional

**Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional at Lake County High School ** Primary Purpose The primary purpose of this role is to support students in accessing instruction, building independence, and growing both academically and socially within a structured and supportive environment. The paraprofessional works under the direction of licensed staff to implement learning activities, reinforce skills, and maintain a calm and safe classroom setting. This role includes working with students individually and in small groups, supporting behavior and social-emotional development, and assisting with personal and medical needs as required. Reports To: LCHS Principal and/or Assistant Principal Salary Based upon Classified Placement Schedule{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}- will be updated when negotiations ratified Length of Assignment 174 days (Staff Calendar Here{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}) Student Contact Days 156 (Calendar Here{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}) School Year 2026-2027 Grades Served 6-12 Application Open Until Filled Position Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Implement and deliver with fidelity teacher-created lessons or activities for students according to IEP goals, asking questions for a clear understanding of directions. The creation of lesson plans may be necessary with supervision from the classroom teacher or special education dean. - Supervise students either in the classroom or in small groups. - Work directly with one-on-one students, in both classroom and other settings; implementing learning activities focusing on social-emotional learning, communication skills and behavior choices, and academics. - Assistance with personal hygiene related to bathroom needs, including assistance on the toilet, personal clean up, managing incontinence needs, and providing prompting and reminders for proper hygiene. - Observe and document student performance when requested. - Arrange and secure materials for the day's activities. - Attend medical trainings with the school nurse and provide supervision to students with medical concerns for assigned time, following the students' schedule. - Follow all medical and behavioral escalation plans to seek help when appropriate. - Maintain a positive attitude, behavior, and language towards students at all times. - Provide clear and consistent consequences for inappropriate behavior; implement behavior plans. - Use CPI and sensory interventions to help de-escalate when students may become agitated and physically aggressive. - Work with students with sensory/processing disorders; requires competencies in patience, flexibility, and consistency. - Supplement learning activities with brain breaks, time outs, and intervention as needed. - Cooperate/collaborate with building staff in order to support student growth. - Use first responder list for behavior or academic issues, as needed. - Cooperate/collaborate with building staff to help move students forward in their growth. - Supervise students before and after school, at lunchtime in the cafeteria, during recess, or at other times during the day -- within 8-hour work limits. - Maintain communication with supervisor and other service providers during the school day to ensure safety and progress for students. - Adhere to the assigned schedule and duties set by the supervisor. - Adhere to all LCSD policies and procedures (including, but not limited to, attendance, onduct, staff-student relations, confidentiality, and professionalism). - Other duties as assigned. **Qualifications ** - Applicants must hold a high school diploma or a GED - Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred - Successful experience in a K-12 school setting preferred - Hold an active substitute license with CDE (district will pay for this process) - A strong commitment to serving the unique strengths, needs, and aspirations of Lake County students. - Applicants must pass all required background checks and fingerprinting