Paraprofessional – Special Education Program Support

Located in beautiful southeast Arizona Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking passionate dedicated individuals to join our team!
Award-Winning District * 5 Outstanding Schools *Competitive Salaries * Incentives * Paid Holidays & Leave * Exceptional Employee Benefits & Resources * Culture of Caring & Support
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Job #7716 & 7432

When applying for a Paraprofessional position please be advised that the applicants preferred position/site will be given preference; however following a successful team interview and reference check the District may extend the applicant a job offer(s) at different school site(s) or different paraprofessional position(s) based on district needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Diploma or equivalent
2. An Associates Degree or 60 college credits or State/Local ParaPro Assessment test required
3. Previous experience working with youth preferred
4. Knowledge skill and or experience in the implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) strategies or be willing to receive training in those strategies
5. Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification
6. Ability to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
7. Ability to participate in the Districts Medicaid program

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Knowledge of accepted behavior management techniques and practices working with persons with disabilities.
2. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
3. Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
4. Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and problem-solving skills to address challenges related to special education services.
5. Ability to maintain accurate records and reports to monitor students work with and secure the cooperation of students.
6. Knowledge of all basic first aid methods including CPR.
7. Knowledge of specialized equipment used in the aid of children with special needs.
8. Ability to operate computer equipment for email communications word processing data management and other assigned tasks as related to the position.
9. Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
10. Empathy patience and a genuine passion for working with students with disabilities.
11. Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff students parents and community members.
12. Utilize with fidelity the District Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program at the building level.
13. Ability to understand and maintain students and parents rights to confidentiality and not violate those rights; nor discuss students in inappropriate places or with anyone not in direct contact with such individual students.
14. Ensure information obtained through the course of duties associated with this position is held in the highest of confidentiality.
15. Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws district procedures and Board policies; including mandatory reporting procedures.

Disclaimer: The following duties are not intended to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility performed by employees in this classification only a representative summary of primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position-specific duties.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of the classroom teacher and building Administrator assist in planning classroom activities and student learning for students with disabilities so they may reach their highest potential within the academic setting.

1. Assist in planning the days activity.
2. Assist in identifying areas of need related to the program.
3. Assist in the development planning and implementation of the program.
4. Assist students in classroom activities to maximize inclusion and learning.
5. Work one-on-one and in small groups with students on specific needs.
6. Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions ensure a safe and orderly classroom and ensure students are on task.
7. Assist teacher in modifying student assignments as needed.
8. May assist and train student in activities of daily living as needed including diapering/toileting feeding hygiene dressing and mobility.
9. Be knowledgeable of the basic course content for students; and the educational goals and objectives.
10. May perform medical tasks as assigned under the direction or instruction of licensed medical providers (nurses) including but not limited to catheterizations care of trachea tubes gastric tube feeding etc.
11. Follow all applicable safety rules procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to reach with hands and arms sit stand walk stoop and bend as necessary for student learning and safety. The employee maylift carry push pull or otherwise move objects weighing a minimum of 50 to 75 pounds frequently. May lift and assist students as employee may lift and assist students as necessary and have manual dexterity to operate equipment necessary to fulfill the duties of this position. The employee will read correspondence and computer screens and use the telephone.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Indoor school building and classroom environment and ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities. The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate and may become excessively noisy at times. Will have contact with students staff and the public.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
The Paraprofessional reports to the Principal or Site Administrator. The Paraprofessional will interact cooperatively with all other staff positions. All elements of good human relations will be practiced.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
INITIAL WAGE PLACEMENT PLAN: Starting at $15.85 Per Hour
WORK YEAR:9 Months/7 hours per day
**BENEFITS** SVUSD offers a competitive benefits package that includes health dental vision and supplemental insurance options available at an additional cost to employees. Benefits also include paid leave
paid holidays paid life insurance and an equal contribution to the Arizona State Retirement plan. For more details please visit the Join Our Team and Benefits web pages.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT
Human Resourcesor

NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Sierra Vista Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national origin sex disability age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs services activities or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Sierra Vista Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 3305 E. Fry Blvd. Sierra Vista AZ 85635 or .