Extensions Paraprofessional Lead 2026-27 CalaverasAAA

JOB DEFINITION

Hollister School District is implementing an Extensions program for our students. Our goal is to provide an extended learning opportunity for students and a safe environment for students to build deeper meaningful relationships with their peers and the community. The program will provide academic physical and/or enriching social-emotional opportunities where staff will get the benefit of flexible instruction Site Lead- Extensions Para Educator is an important position. The Lead - Extensions Para Educator will help each site operate a safe and enriching Extensions program. The Lead - Extensions Para Educator is responsible for leading and supporting staff maintaining program standards communicating with regular program staff parents and others regarding the operation of the Extensions program.

QUALIFICATIONS

-Completion of the 12th grade or the equivalent of a high school education

-12 or more units of Education coursework or ECE units preferred

-3-5 years experience working with groups of students; a year of college with course work in Psychology Child Growth and Development or Education may be substituted for the one year of experience working with children.

-2 or more years of management or equivalent work experience

-Knowledge of elementary education concepts child growth and development and child behavior characteristics instructional materials used at specific grade levels; curriculum content and objectives; application of curriculum and instructional objectives for children; positive student behavior management techniques and strategies; English usage punctuation spelling and grammar basic arithmetic concepts simple record keeping record management and computer usage

-Ability to instruct and plan learning activities under the guidance of the Lead Teacher or Certificated Staff; perform simple clerical tasks and operate standard office machines communicate understand and carry out oral and written directions

-Ability to create maintain and foster positive relationships with children and staff

-Ability to demonstrate a receptive attitude towards children and staff

-Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
-Assist in building excitement for the program.

-Assist in recruiting and scheduling staff and students for the program.

-Support staff in planning and preparing engaging program activities.

-Determine site schedules for the program at your site.

-Determine the central location (Multi-Purpose Room lunch tables etc.) where all students will gather prior to dividing them into groups for instruction. Communicate this location to staff and students PRIOR to the first session.

-Coordinate with the school principal to ensure access to school classrooms and restrooms for the program. Communicate with the site principal about the program as needed including problem-solving around any issues encountered.

-Upon your arrival for the program ensure classrooms and restrooms are unlocked. Custodians will also provide support as needed.

-Establish a system for staff to communicate with you (office phone cell radio etc.)

-Meet and greet parents as students enter be available for questions help and support. Follow sign-in procedures as indicated by site and district staff.

-Plan and prepare activities which relate to and/or extend curriculum activities that occur during the regular school day including literacy math science social studies physical education and enrichment

-Ensure attendance logs are complete signed and turned in immediately following each session. Get trash cans ready for snack distribution and put them away as indicated by the site custodian.

-Assist in meal/snack distribution & document food given to students as needed.

-Provide support to the staff; breaks when necessary.

-Communicate positively with parents that may show up during the session.

-Monitor school safety during program hours.

-Communicate about and supervise students during dismissal. Follow sign-out procedures as indicated by site and district staff. The Lead Para Educator must supervise and stay with students until all have departed safely.

-Before leaving ensure all facilities are in order all doors are locked and the alarm is set.

-Have all pages of the attendance log up to date immediately following the program each day.

-Communicate with site and district personnel and others regarding the program

-Other duties as assigned

Physical Effort/Work Environment:
- Moderate physical effort which may include frequent standing walking lifting and occasional climbing or stooping; use of medium-weight tools and materials; indoor/outdoor work environment. A pre-placement physical examination may be required.

Licenses and Certificates:
-A valid First Aid and CPR certification may be required.