Paraprofessional II Behavior Special Education Windsor Middle School

WINDSOR UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICTJOB DESCRIPTIONTITLE: Paraeducator II Behavior AssistantDEFINITION:Under the general supervision of the site administrator in cooperation with a certificated multidisciplinary team to support students who are on the Autism Disorder Spectrum (ASD) in their classroom home or community placement. Provide assistance to teachers parents and community preschool staff apply a variety of specialized aide and support services to the student. Students (ages 3 to 5 years) are diagnosed to be on the Autism Disorder Spectrum (ASD) and may have one or more of the following conditions: mental retardation severe physical/medical involvement (i.e. cerebral palsy seizure disorders etc.) communication disorders (to include non-verbal) hearing/vision impairment learning disorders emotional disturbances and behavior OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The following are typical duties and responsibilities for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed teachers in the conduct of lessons and other school/home activitiesAccompanies and supervise Full Inclusion/Assigned Behavior students as needed in the home classroom playground private preschool and with other school/home activitiesPerforms specialized health and personal care proceduresOperates audio visual equipment and adaptive devicesPrepares instructional materials to include sensory motor activities and social storiesParticipates in job-related meetings as requestedWorks with students individually or in small groups to reinforce language and social skillsFacilitates the development of peer relationships Maintains confidential informational and operational records and files including data collectionMonitors individual progress of students and discuss problems and improvements with instructorAssists in the implementation of adaptive technology adaptive PE OT and speech programsAssists in the implementation of a behavior intervention planUnder the direction of certificated personnel assists in various aspects of program implementation including making modifications for full inclusion students classroom/home activities and the recording of informationFacilitates student independencePerforms related duties as QUALIFICATION:To perform this job successfully the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires participation in a series of training sessions including the following topic titles: Autistic Spectrum Disorder OverviewCommunication Development & Teaching StrategiesSensory Integration Floortime TechniquesApplied Behavioral AnalysisBehavior ManagementSocial StoriesPicture Exchange Communication SystemsTEACCH MethodsDealing with Grief & Establishing Emotional BoundariesKNOWLEDGE OF:Correct English usage including vocabulary spelling grammar and punctuationEffective communication skills both oral and writtenPrinciples practices and applications of subject matter Indoor/outdoor recreational activities suitable for handicapped studentsSafe work practices and proper lifting techniquesBasic record keeping forms related to the special education programABILITY TO: Demonstrate skill and knowledge in the area of responsibilityUnderstand and carry out oral and written instructionsDevelop rapport with all students being fair consistent and respectfulEstablish and maintain cooperative working relationshipsTake appropriate action in emergency situations; follow procedures in a calm responsible mannerAnalyze situations including instruction behavior management implement an effective course of action and monitor student progressMaintain and improve professional skills and knowledgeWork independently Be flexible and receptive to changeMaintain the confidentiality of school related informationLearn basic first aid and CPR and obtain proper certification learn and use adapted technology and learn and direct the activities of a specialized assistant dog;EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONEXPERIENCE:One year of experience performing duties of a comparable nature REQUIRED EDUCATION:High School diploma or equivalentAppropriate certification or willingness to be trained and certifiedREQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATES:Must successfully pass the Instructional Assistant Proficiency exam prior to employmentPossess or obtain a Red Cross recognized first aide certificate or successful completion of a first aid course within three (3) months after employmentPossess or obtain CPR certificate within three (3) months of employmentDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Ability to communicate in SpanishSome college course work related to education