Exceptional Student Services Paraprofessional

Young World Physical Education

Polacca (AZ)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 45,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local educational institution in Arizona is seeking a full-time ESS Paraprofessional to support exceptional students' educational services. The ideal candidate will assist the ESS Teacher in identifying student needs and ensuring proper IEP processes. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and two years of higher education study. This role involves collaborative work with educators and requires strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school or GED.
Completed at least two years (60 credit hours) of study at a higher education institution.
Knowledge of relevant computer skills.

Responsibilities

Provide assistance to the ESS Teacher in identifying student needs.
Help in instruction for exceptional students through an inclusion model.
Assure parent involvement in IEP processes.

Skills

Knowledge of best practices in classroom management

Knowledge of general safety rules and techniques

Professional verbal and written communication skills

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

Education

High school diploma or GED

At least two years of study at an institution of higher education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet skills

Job description

Hopi Junior Senior High School Exceptional Student Services Dept., First Mesa, Arizona.

Exceptional Student Services Paraprofessional

Position: Paraprofessional (ESS) reporting to the ESS Director in the Exceptional Student Services Department. Classified, non‑exempt, ten‑month contract, full‑time.

Job Details

Job ID: 5193414
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: May 27, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Position Type: Full‑time

Job Summary

ESS Paraprofessional who are innovative, enthusiastic and looking for the opportunity to prepare students for a successful future. Hopi Junior/Senior High School is committed to helping all students develop skills in the areas of personal‑social growth, educational planning and career and vocational development.

Responsibilities and Duties

Provides supplementary assistance to the ESS Teacher in identifying students who require ESS Education services (including Child Find, referral, screening, identification, assessment/evaluation, Multi‑Disciplinary Team review, parent/staff consultation, IEP development, inclusion model services, IEP review and updating, and class placement).
At the direction of the ESS Teacher or Director, provides assistance in instruction for identifying exceptional student needs through an inclusion model or other appropriate services delivery system in collaboration with 7th‑12th grade classroom teachers.
Assists the ESS Teacher in ensuring that opportunities for parents are consistently available in IEP development, implementation, and evaluation, and that regular updating of the plan is an integral part of quality services to exceptional students.
Conducts communication regarding the Special Education Program and other students in accordance with the Privacy Act, Confidentiality Act, and other regulatory provisions.
Assists the Special Education teacher in maintaining ESS Education Program data and information consistently and accurately, as required for each student.
Assists the classroom teacher in developing policies, procedures, materials and curriculum strategies that complement P.L. 94‑142 purposes, intent, and guidelines.
Provides assistance in a computer laboratory; conducts parental involvement activities; provides support in a library or media center and acts as a translator.
Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Hopi Junior/Senior High School Governing Board Policies and Procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills Required

Knowledge of best practices in classroom management.
Knowledge of general safety rules and techniques and skills in monitoring and correcting student behavior.
Knowledge of relevant Hopi Junior/Senior Governing Board Policies and district rules of conduct and ethics.
Knowledge of relevant computer skills (Microsoft Office/Internet).
Professional verbal and written communication skills; ability to instruct and maintain emotional control under stress.
Knowledge of general school site rules and policy.
Knowledge of Governing Board rules of conduct and policy.
Skill in communicating orally and in writing.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others, requiring the ability to interact professionally and courteously with students, faculty, staff and the public.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school or GED and completed at least two years (60 credit hours) of study at a higher education institution; in accordance with P.L. 107‑110.
- Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education.
- Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree; or
- Met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment—
  - Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics; or
  - Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
Knowledge of relevant computer skills (Microsoft Office/Internet).
Demonstrate skills and competency in English language proficiency required.

Preferred Qualifications

Hopi/Indian preference in employment considered.
Valid state driver’s license.
Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Must successfully pass employment background checks within the last five years, which include state, federal and local tribe.
The completion of the Master Teacher course with a passing grade can substitute for two years of study at a higher institution.

Indian Preference Policy

Hopi/Indian preference in employment will be practiced, in accordance with the Hopi Tribe, for any person who is presently an enrolled member of the Hopi Tribe. In the selection process, Indian candidates who meet or surpass qualifications for a position shall be given preference for positions established by the Governing Board.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Within the scope of Indian preference, all candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin or other non‑merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation Language

This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify this agency. The decision in granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case‑by‑case basis.

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 this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes to walk and sit. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs., such as boxes of books and mobile carts.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well‑being and work of students.

Job Requirements