Limited Appointment 1:1 Instructional Support Paraeducator - Chaparral HS (327157)

Scottsdale Unified School District; Paradise Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Scottsdale Unified School District is seeking a paraprofessional to support classroom instruction under a certified teacher. The role includes tutoring, behavior monitoring, and assisting with assignments and field trips. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience.

Expect duties such as grading, preparing materials, and coordinating with parents. The incumbent will participate in trainings and ensure safety and documentation compliance across

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and one year of educational or clerical experience.
• Licensing requirements include First Aid and CPR within 30 days of employment and DPS FPCC clearance.
• Knowledge of basic first aid, basic mathematical skills, customer service, computer operations, and classroom operations.

Responsibilities

• Assists teacher by helping with classroom instruction and modifying for students requiring adjustments.
• Provides one-on-one or small group tutoring across curricular areas.
• Monitors behavior inside and outside the classroom and escorts students on campus.
• Assists with cleanup and material preparation after activities and events.
• Prepares classroom for activities and organizes assignments and folders.
• Assists with grading papers and administrative tasks.
• Attends in-service trainings and meetings.
• Participates in testing students and entering progress data into systems.
• Maintains bulletin boards, displays, and stock of materials; communicates with parents.

Skills

Monitoring and assisting children with

Using office equipment

Dealing patiently with children

Maintaining order and discipline

Reading and interpreting information

Interpersonal communication

Computer operations

Preparing memos and letters

Interpreting schedules and memos

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Objective

Under direction of a certified teacher, instructs students and adapts curriculum to meet needs of students. Duties include: administering tests and assessments; monitors students' IEP progress; and documents behavior, progress, and results of student activities.

PAY GRADE:

J

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

(These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Assists teacher by helping with classroom instruction and working with children during instructional activities. Assists in modifying classroom and homework for students requiring modifications. May assist in planning and implementing field trips for the purpose of reinforcing classroom objectives.
• Provides one-on-one and/or group tutoring assistance to students in a variety of curricular areas as needed.
• Monitors children’s behavior inside and outside of the classroom. Escorts students to areas on campus.
• Assists with clean-up and other related tasks following daily activities.
• Prepares classroom for activities, including organizing assignments and/or preparing homework folders.
• Assists with grading papers.
• Attends a variety of in-service training sessions and other related meetings.
• Participates in testing students in a variety of areas, including academic and social progress. Enters and updates student information in applicable computer programs.
• Participates in maintaining classroom bulletin boards and displays; maintains materials and supplies; contacts parents; and makes copies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

(positions in this class typically require): High School Diploma or G.E.D., and one year of educational or clerical experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:

(positions in this class typically require): Licensing Requirements:

• Title Schools: 60 hours of secondary education or successful completion of the Paraprofessional test;
• Special Needs: Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of employment.
• Valid Department of Public Safety (DPS) Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC)

KNOWLEDGE:

(position requirements at entry): Knowledge of:

• Basic first aid;
• Basic mathematical skills;
• Customer service principles;
• Computer operations;
• Classroom operations and activities.

SKILLS:

• Monitoring and assisting children with activities;
• Using office equipment;
• Dealing patiently with children;
• Maintaining order, discipline, and interest of children;
• Performing routine mathematical calculations;
• Providing customer service;
• Utilizing a computer and related software applications;
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations;
• Preparing simple memos, letters, and/or other related written correspondence;
• Reading and interpreting routine information from schedules, memos, and/or other written documentation;
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to odors, extreme temperatures, and intense noises.

NOTE

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Return To Work Retirees will have an hourly rate approximately 9% lower than listed below without falling below minimum wage.