Paraprofessional - Physically Impaired

Under the general direction of the site Principal or Designee the Paraprofessional - Physically Impaired provides support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision and instruction of students with severe physical impairments (as defined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act IDEA); observes and documents student progress; implements plans for instruction; and assists students by providing for special health care needs. The incumbents in this classification provide the school community with specialized instructional support for students with severe physical impairments which directly supports student learning and achievement.

The following alphabetical list of functions duties and tasks is typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform other closely related or department-specific functions duties and tasks from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Accompanies students with disabilities from classroom to classroom; escorts student(s) from school bus or vehicle to classroom or from classroom to school bus or vehicle.
• Adaptsclassroomactivitiesassignmentsand/ormaterialsunderthedirectionof thesupervisingteachertosupportandreinforceclassroom objectives.
• Administersimmediatefirstaidandmedicalassistanceasinstructedbyahealth careprofessional() to meet immediate health care needs and/or develop students daily living activities and behavioralskills.
• Assists students with disabilities with toileting needs (e.g. accompanying children to restrooms diapering); assists students with specialized health care needs in daily tasks.
• Assists students in a variety of ways ( hygiene health and safetyissuestransportationphysical educationspeechandlanguage)to maximizeeducational opportunities and student success atschool.
• Assistsstudentswithmobilityissues( liftingrepositioning)forthepurposeofmoving/transportingstudentswithineducational settings; may accompany student(s) on school bus.
• Attendsmeetingsandin-servicepresentations( behavioral trainingemergency/lockdown procedures) to acquire and/or convey information relative to jobfunctions.
• Communicates with supervisinginstructional staff and professional support personnelto assist in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
• Maintains instructional materials and manual/electronic files/records (e.g. daily Student Service Log) to ensure availability of items provide written reference and/or meet mandated requirements.
• Monitors student(s) during assigned periods within a variety of school environments( transportationassembliescafeterias)forthepurposeofmaintainingasafe and positive learningenvironment.
• Observes medical conditions and acts on symptoms to maintain student safety; monitors for seizures; communicates with teacher about changes of status.
• Participates in the implementation of IEP plans to meet IEP goals and/or District benchmarks.
• Provides under the supervision of assigned teacherinstructiontoindividualsorsmallgroupsina varietyofareas(-help skills behavior control)to assist students in meeting learning goals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the District including various mandatory District trainings.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

(At time of application)

Knowledge of:

• Specific needs requirements and issues of students with physical impairments and severe special needs (e.g. wheelchair use proper securing with lap belt transfer from wheelchair to walker oxygen tank use)
• Principles of child development instructional processes
• General purposes and goals of public education Special Education terminology
• Techniques used in directing disciplining and motivating students
• Basic recordkeeping techniques
• Classroom management techniques and playground rules
• Safety practices and procedures
• Conflict resolution procedures

Skills and Abilities to:

• Assistadiverserangeofstudentsindevelopingself-helpandsocial skills
• Assistin planningandprioritizinglearningactivitiestosupportthespecial needsof physically impaired students
• Perform basic clerical functions
• Perform basic arithmetic calculations
• Operate standard office equipment and software applications
• Use English in both written and verbal form use correct grammar punctuation and spelling
• Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy with students administration and staff
• Actively move around play field playground or campus for extended periods
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• Maintain the confidentiality of student records
• Assume responsibilities involved in supervising and working independently with students
• Develop and maintain collegial relationships with staff
• Meet schedules and deadlines
• Read/interpret/apply rules regulations policies
• Rapidly learn methods and materials used in a variety of instructional situations
• Maintain safe environment for students
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff students and the public

RESPONSIBILITY:

Responsibilities include working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading guiding and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the jobs functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organizations services.

(At time of application and in addition to the Knowledge Skills and Abilities listed above.)

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High School diploma or equivalent. Completion of 48 units from a nationally accredited college or university; or A.A. degree or higher or the passage of a local assessment test.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

One (1) year of experience working with children in a specialized learning environment.

LICENSE(S) REQUIRED:

• CPR/First Aid Certificates

CERTIFICATIONS AND TESTING REQUIRED:

• Pass the Districts applicable proficiency exam for the job class with a satisfactory score
• After offer of employment obtain:
  • Criminal Justice and FBI Fingerprint Clearance
  • Negative TB test result plus periodic post-employment retest as required (currently every four years)
  • Pre-employment physical exam B through Districts provider

SALARY SCHEDULE:
Classified Salary Range: 28
Work Calendar: 204 Days
Work Location: To be determined
Work Hours: 7 hours/day

*Materials Required:*
1. Completed application
2. Proof of High School Diploma or Equivalency (copy of official transcript OR copy of diploma is acceptable)

AND
3. Copy of official college transcript indicating the completion of forty-eight (48) units from a nationally accredited college or university orA.Adegree or higher OR passage of a Paraprofessional local assessment
4. Valid hands-on First Aid/CPR Certificate (online certificates are not accepted)

**MUSD offers a local Paraprofessional assessment test. To be invited to take the assessment you must complete an online application through this website. For more information please contact Personnel Specialist Alejandra Venegas-Chaves at.*

*PC RULES 5.2.1.2 -5.2.1.2 - In-house employees will have first consideration for the position. If sufficient candidates are not available to complete the three ranks the Personnel Commission will move to include outside candidates.

The examination process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. No additional information will be accepted from applicants once the application has been submitted.Only the most qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review will be invited to the examination process.