District Office SpEd Adaptive Physical Education Paraprofessional (28712)

A position has been declared open in the Weber School District for apart-time Special Education (SpEd) Adaptive Physical Education Paraprofessional for 5.75 hours per day (28.75 hours perweek) 180 days (9 months) per year. This position is compensated according toLane 4(B) of the Paraprofessionals Salary Schedule.

Applicants shall applyat. Applications will be reviewed before interviews are scheduled.

THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED AFTER A MINIMUM OF5 WORKING DAYS

This position is funded in full or in part through grant allocations or enrollment-based funding sources. Employment is guaranteed through the current school year (or the upcoming school year if the posting occurs during summer). Continuation of employment (or the positions hourly workload) beyond this period is not assured and is contingent upon the availability of future funding.

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Job Description:

Under general supervision performs a variety ofinstructional program support services for students with disabilities. Provides support for Adapted Physical Education (A.P.E.) instructors and program; and performs related duties as required or assigned. The incumbent may be assigned duties in support of instructors in specialized small group classes or in support of the overall instructional program. Work guidelines and direct classroom supervision are provided by instructor(s) or the Adapted Physical Education Program however day-to-day activities require the use of initiative and judgment.

Essential Functions:

• Assists students during the performance of instructional activities which may involve assisted walking getting on or off equipment or in and out of wheelchairs
• Assists with two person transfers; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Coordinates materials equipment facilities and supplies for classes
• Sets up installs maintains and services equipment materials and suppliesused in classes
• Trains students and others in the safe and proper use of specialized physical education equipment
• Maintains physical environment and condition of the facility and equipment
• Answers students questions regarding class assignments
• Participates in activities specialized workshops and special events
• Attendance is an Essential Function of this Position:Physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position. The role requires in-person collaboration direct interaction with team members other staff students and/or guardians and access to on-site equipment and resources.

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of:
• Principles theories practices methods and equipment common to group activities used in adapted physical education
• Safety practices for individuals with disabilities
• Basic instructional methods and procedures suitable for individuals with physical disabilities
• Techniques for communicating with individuals of diverse academic ethnic socio-economic and cultural backgrounds including persons with disabilities
• Skill in:
• Operating and training others in the safe use of adapted equipment and procedures used in special education and adapted physical education
• Safely lifting and two person transfer techniques
• Applying and effectively explaining instructional methods and procedures in a manner that can be understood by individuals exhibiting a wide variety of communication and cognitive deficits
• Effectively reading understanding and prompting course materials to students
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
• Understanding and following oral and written instructions
• Applying basic emergency and first aid procedures
• Maintaining a pleasant calm demeanor in emergencies and remaining flexible patient and compassionate with those contacted in the course of the work
• Other Requirements:
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must possess sufficient strength and stamina in order to safely assist disabled students with walking lifting and wheelchair transferring
• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling squatting bending standing and sitting) for extended periods of time
• Must be able to move from sitting on floor to standing position repeatedly
• Must be able to utilize quick body movements to maintain safety
• Willing to participate in and utilize de-escalation techniques if needed.
• Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality
• Comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures
• Personal vehicle and valid drivers license

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum one year of experience in instructional support services which has included working with the disabled population preferred
• College-level coursework in special education adapted physical education physical therapy or a closely related field is desirable

WEBER SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Required Experience:

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