Paraeducator Independence Facilitator (PIF)
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Job Description
The San Diego Unified School District is currently accepting applications for the position of Paraeducator-Independence Facilitator (PIF) and Paraeducator-Independence Facilitator (Early Childhood Special Education) (PIF ECSE). This opportunity is open to all interested candidates. Only one application can be submitted per posting period. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for bothMonthly & Substitute Opportunities.
San Diego Unified School District the second largest district in California and one of the top largest urban school districts in the United States is looking forprofessionals who care deeply for students and are committed to the communities in which they serve.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just educated society San Diego Unified employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives and being accountable for ones actions and the resulting impact.
BASIC FUNCTION:
The Paraeducator Independence Facilitator (PIF) and the Paraeducator-Independence Facilitator (PIF) - Early Childhood Special Education(ECSE) assist individuals or small groups of students to enhance learning including providing academic support behavior intervention and medical support to students in classroom settings. Assists teachers with maintaining a productive classroom environment in special education and general education classrooms lunchrooms and play environments including distance learning and field trips.
The ECSE program serves children aged 2 years 11 months to 5 years of age who are eligible for special education. For more information visit:Early Childhood Special Education Services (ECSE) Webpage
Click on the job title below to view the position description(s):
Paraeducator-Independence Facilitator
Paraeducator-Independence Facilitator - Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
VACANCY / POSITION SPECIFICS:
- Working Location:
- The District covers a large portion of San Diego County.Refer to theDistrict Area Map at thisLinkand make sure to identify any and all specific area(s) you are interested in working in. The area(s) you identify in your application will be used for any future vacancies filled using the eligiblity list from this recruitment
- Work Schedule:10months per year /35hours per week. You must be available to work in person Monday-Friday. The shift time is offered within the school bell schedule.
- Salary:This position is paid on theParaeducatorSalary Schedule. Grade 032. To view the Salary Schedule click here.
- Positions greater than 20 hours per week qualify for District-paid health and wellness benefits for the employee and their eligible dependents.
- This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future hiring purposes. Additionally successful candidates will be offered the opportunity to substitute.
TRANSFER REQUESTS:
If you are currently working in this jobtitleas a monthly (not hourly) District employee and wish to transfer DO NOT submit an online application through this posting. Instead complete aTransfer Request Form.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
High School diploma/GED and a passing score on the San Diego Unified School District Classroom Assistant Proficiency Exam (CAPE) or an Associates degree (or higher) or 48 or more eligible units of coursework at a recognized college or university. Completion of post high school courses in Psychology Early Childhood Development Elementary Education Special Education or related field is desirable.
NOTE: Your related education and experience must be clearly represented in the work history and education section of your application.
Licenses and Other Requirements:
Maintain district certification in restraint reduction/avoidance.
Maintain district Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation training.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Application Process
To be eligible for consideration interested candidates must submit the following items.Yourapplication will be considered incomplete if you do not includeallrequired information including completion of the Work Experience and Education Sectionsof the online application required attachments and responses to all application questions.
- Online employment application
- A completed online employment application must be submitted/received electronically by the closing date.This application MUST include all required attachments current and previous employment history and education to evaluate your qualifications and all other requirements identified in the recruitment and application questions.It is important to note that a resume does not substitute for completing the Work Experience and Education sections.Your application will be considered incomplete if you do not include all relevant details and attachments.
- Paper applications are not accepted.
- Answer all application questions
- Theapplication questions should be answered thoroughly clearly and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process.
- Contact information for three references must be listed in the Reference section of the application.References should be from a current or previous supervisor.Reference email requests may be sent at any time during the application screening process of this recruitment.These reference requests are not an indication of progression in the recruitment process or an interview reference letters dated within the last year are also accepted and may be attached to your online application in the Reference Section.
- Attach required documents (PDF format recommended)
- Attach Verfication of Education.Education training or certifications will only be considered if acceptable documentation is attached. Accepted documents include:
- Copy of a degree orofficialtranscript
- Copyof Licenses and/or Certifications
- Note on Foreign Equivalency Certification.Individuals who have completed high school or college-level coursework at an institution in a country other than the United Statesmustprovide a Foreign Equivalency Certification to satisfy the education requirement. A Foreign Equivalency Certification can be obtained for a fee from a professional organization. For more information including acceptable providers please seeForeign Transcript Evaluation.
- Additional Documents (Optional)
- Cover Letter / Letter of Intent
- A resume may be attached but not substituted for completing the work history education sections or theadditional application questions of the employment application. Providing incomplete responses or answering See Resume or See Application may automatically disqualify your application from further consideration.
- Letters of Recommendation
- Additional documents if any may be attached to the online employment application.
Examination Process
The examination process includes an application screening and evaluation based on the applicants education work history and responses to theapplication questions. Onlyapplicantswhose application packet demonstrates a combined education and experience which meets the minimum requirements for the position will be considered qualified andadvance in the process. Somepositions requireapplicants to pass additional components which may include one or more of the following: amultiple-choice oral written or performance exam specific to the position. NOTE: Most exams areconducted remotely utilizing an online testing platform. For these exams access to the internet and the use of a camera-ready desktop/laptop with a microphone is required to participate in these processes.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
If you have questions about your application please email.
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San Diego Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination harassment intimidation and bullying by reason of the following actual or perceived characteristics: age ancestry color mental or physical disability ethnicity ethnic group identification gender gender expression gender identity genetic information immigration status marital or parental status medical condition nationality national origin actual or perceived sex sexual orientation race religion or on the basis of a persons association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
For more information about equity in employment contact:
Title II Coordinator & Uniform Complaint Compliance OfficerEric Rico: /Title IX CoordinatorAnna Ward: /504 CoordinatorEri Nall:
Employment Type
Full-Time
