Paraprofessional - Resource

JOB DESCRIPTION

Gilbert Unified School District

Purpose Statement:

The job of Paraprofessional is done for the purpose/s of assistant in the instruction of special needs students under the supervision of a certified teacher in a regular education and/or special education classroom.

Essential Functions

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Assists students individually or in small groups with lesson assignments (e.g. Math, reading, writing, language, etc.) For the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts and reaching their academic goals and potential.
• Confers with teachers, parents, health professionals, and/or community agency personnel as appropriate for the purpose of assisting in the evaluation of students’ progress and/or implementing students’ behavioral objectives.
• Establishes positive individual relationships with referred students for the purpose of building the students confidence and self-esteem though recognition, rewards and regular training of age appropriate behavior.
• Implements special strategies for the purpose of improving students' academic success through reinforcing materials or skills based on understanding of individual students, their needs, interests and abilities.
• Monitors individual or small groups of students for the purpose of providing a safe and positive environment.
• Participates as a provider in the recording, reporting and gathering of data for the MIPS program for the purpose of meeting MIPS requirements.
• Participates in team meetings, program workshops, seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or receiving information about the program and/or program related activities.
• Promotes general record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. daily journal, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher, therapist, school counselor in providing necessary records/materials.
• Promotes good habits for the purpose of improving the quality of students’ outcomes and encouraging students’ development.

Other Functions

• Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. daily journal, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher, therapist, school counselor in providing necessary records/materials.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment; preparing and maintaining accurate records; utilizing pertinent software applications; and utilizing problem solving techniques.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: instructional/tutorial procedures and practices; intervention techniques for emergency situations; age appropriate activities; stages of child development; safety practices and procedures
ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; and working as part of a team.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working with immediate supervision; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget. There is some opportunity to impact the Organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity . Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 60% walking, and 30% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and a generally hazard free environment.
Experience
Job related experience is desired. Education
High School diploma or equivalent.
Required Testing
None Specified
Continuing Educ. / Training

• Crisis Prevention Training
• CPR/First Aid Recertification every two years
• Staff Development coursework determined by the Special Education Department to be completed within specified time frame.

Certificates & Licenses
CPR/ First Aid Certificate
Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
FLSA Status
Non Exempt Approval Date
July 1, 2020 Salary Grade
Grade 105 - 9 Month

Non Discrimination Statement
Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex, (including pregnancy and other related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age (over 40), parental status, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups pursuant to the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District’s activities and programs. The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights or both. The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are located on the Gilbert Public Schools website.