Lead Paraeducator — K-12 Support & Accessibility

Elk Grove Unified School District; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk Grove Unified School District seeks a Paraeducator to support Pre-K–12 students, assist with classroom activities, and help implement district programs in a collaborative environment.

The role requires one year of paraeducator experience, CPI/CPR certifications, and ABA-related training is preferred; candidates should be prepared to assist visually impaired and Deaf/Hard of Hearing students as needed. This on-site position emphasizes teamwork and adherence to district policies.

Qualifications

• One year of paraeducator experience or equivalent, plus 10 hours of district training.
• CPI certification may be obtained within 6 months and kept current.
• CPR certification issued within six months of employment and maintained.
• ABA experience or related training preferred.
• Strong knowledge to support a Pre-K–12 curriculum.

Responsibilities

• For Pre-K/TK Classroom: oversee and assist with self-care activities.
• For Visually Impaired Students: assist with Braille materials and adapt to Braille or tactile formats.
• For Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students: use basic American Sign Language under the Deaf/Hearing teacher.

Skills

Paraeducator experience

ABA experience

CPI certification

CPR certification

Education

AA degree or higher

Paraprofessional Testing (NCLB/ESSA)

Official transcripts (48+ semester units)

Tools

CBEST

Job description

Elk Grove Unified School District seeks a Paraeducator to support Pre-K–12 students, assist with classroom activities, and help implement district programs in a collaborative environment.

The role requires one year of paraeducator experience, CPI/CPR certifications, and ABA-related training is preferred; candidates should be prepared to assist visually impaired and Deaf/Hard of Hearing students as needed. This on-site position emphasizes teamwork and adherence to district policies.