Special Education Paraprofessional ($1,000 Hiring Bonus) (ISANA Octavia)
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Description
Special Education Paraprofessional
Department: Special Education
Position: Special Education Paraprofessional
Position Type: Full-Time
Position Number: 2100
Classification: Classified, Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Day Shift (Between 7:00 AM - 3:30PM)
Reports To: Principal and/or Designated Certificated Special Education Staff
Work Location: School Site Assigned
Salary Range: $23.12 - $34.98 per hour
Classification: Classified, Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Day Shift (Between 7:00 AM - 3:30PM)
Reports To: Principal and/or Designated Certificated Special Education Staff
Work Location: School Site Assigned
Salary Range: $23.12 - $34.98 per hour
Starting Pay: $23.12
Travel: Negligible (occasional travel between school sites or training locations may be required)
Travel: Negligible (occasional travel between school sites or training locations may be required)
Position Summary
The Special Education Paraprofessional provides instructional, behavioral, physical, and social-emotional support to students with disabilities under the direct supervision of certificated staff. Working collaboratively with the Education Specialist, General Education Teacher, School Psychologist, Behavior Intervention Case Manager (BICM), related service providers, and site administration, the Special Education Paraprofessional assists in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), Section 504 accommodations (when applicable), and classroom instructional activities.
This position promotes student independence while supporting academic achievement, behavioral success, communication, functional living skills, and participation in the least restrictive educational environment. The Special Education Paraprofessional performs instructional support duties only and does not provide instruction or services requiring certification or licensure.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Student Instruction and Academic Support
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Provide one-on-one and small-group instructional support under the direction of certificated staff.
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Reinforce classroom instruction and learning objectives developed by the teacher.
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Assist students in understanding lessons by clarifying, repeating, or rephrasing teacher directions.
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Support students in completing classroom assignments, assessments, projects, and instructional activities.
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Assist students in developing organizational, study, communication, and independent living skills.
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Encourage increasing levels of student independence while providing appropriate instructional support.
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Assist students during inclusion, resource, intervention, and specialized instructional settings.
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Support implementation of accommodations and modifications identified in each student's IEP.
Behavioral Support
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Implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as directed by certificated staff.
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Utilize positive behavior intervention strategies and reinforcement techniques.
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Support classroom behavior management using evidence-based practices.
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Assist students in developing self-regulation, coping, and social interaction skills.
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Implement behavioral interventions using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles when appropriate.
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Utilize district-approved Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI), CPI, PBIS, Love and Logic, restorative practices, and other approved behavior support methodologies.
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Monitor student behaviors and accurately document behavioral observations.
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Assist with de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe educational environment.
Student Care and Supervision
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Supervise students during instructional and non-instructional periods including arrival, dismissal, recess, lunch, field trips, assemblies, and community-based instruction.
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Assist students with transitions throughout the school day.
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Provide physical assistance for mobility, positioning, adaptive equipment, and fine motor activities as needed.
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Assist students with toileting, hygiene, feeding, dressing, or other personal care needs when required by the student's IEP or health plan and after receiving appropriate training.
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Monitor student safety at all times.
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Respond appropriately during emergencies according to school procedures.
Data Collection and Documentation
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Collect academic, behavioral, attendance, and service delivery data.
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Maintain accurate documentation to support student progress monitoring.
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Assist certificated staff with progress reporting and IEP documentation.
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Utilize district-approved software systems for documentation, service logs, and compliance tracking.
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Maintain confidentiality of all student information.
Collaboration
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Work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, psychologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, behavior specialists, nurses, and related service providers.
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Participate in IEP meetings when requested.
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Attend required staff meetings, professional development, and training sessions.
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Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom resources.
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Communicate professionally with school staff and families as directed.
Professional Responsibilities
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Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA, IDEA, Section 504, HIPAA (when applicable), California Education Code, and Board policies.
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Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, flexibility, and ethical conduct.
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Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with students.
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Follow all ISANA Academies policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
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Perform other related duties as assigned.