North Ogden Jr High - Life Skills SpEd Paraeducator SY2526 (26419)

Weber School District; North Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Weber School District is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator for the Life Skills classroom at North Ogden Jr High School. This role involves supporting special education students, assisting with daily living skills, and adapting classroom activities under teacher supervision. The position is for 5.75 hours a day, 180 days a year, starting in the 2025-2026 school year.

Qualifications

• Responsible for assisting in the supervision and instruction of special education students.
• Previous experience in a similar setting is desired.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom work under the direction of the teacher.
• Implements instructional behavioral programs in accordance with lesson plans.
• Assists with daily living skills for students.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

A position has been declared open in the Weber School District atNorth Ogden Jr High School for a Special Education Paraeducator inthe Life Skills classroom. This position is for 5.75 hours per day, 180 days (9 months) per year, and is paid according to Lane 4(B) of the Paraprofessionals Salary Schedule.This position starts the upcoming 2025-2026 school year (note start date).

Applicants may apply on wsd.schoolspring.com. Files will be reviewed before interviews are scheduled.

THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED, AFTER A MINIMUM OF5 WORKING DAYS

Purpose Statement:

• Responsible forassisting assigned teaching personnel in the supervision and instruction of special education students; performing classroom clerical tasks; and assisting students by meeting special health care needs and developing students' daily living and behavioral skills.

Essential Functions:

• Adapts classroom work under the direction of the teacher for the purpose of providing a method to support and/or reinforce lesson plans.
• Assists in job coaching activities (e.g. work skills, filling out applications, preparing for interviews, following up on job leads, etc.) for the purpose of supporting teachers and promoting student success.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Confers with parents for the purpose of assisting in evaluation of students' progress and/or implementing students' objectives as requested.
• Drives students for the purpose of providing transportation to/from interviews, job sites, etc.
• Implements under the supervision of the teacher, instructional behavioral programs in accordance with lesson plans for the purpose of assisting the teacher in improving students' academic success through a defined course of study.
• Maintains students' files/records for the purpose of documenting activities and/or providing reliable information.
• Monitors individual students, classroom, library, playground activities, etc. for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. scheduling, copying, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher and/or administrator in providing records/materials.
• Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary essential function of this job
• Assists with daily living skills (e.g. toileting, changing diapers, feeding, personal hygiene, etc.) for the purpose of demonstrating skills and/or providing needed care.

Job Requirements/Minimum Qualifications (Skills, Knowledge and Abilities):

• Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
• SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices.
• KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: safety practices and procedures; and health standards and hazards.
• Must be able to adapt to changing work priorities; displaying tact and courtesy; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; being attentive to detail; and working with detailed information/data.
• Experience: Previous experience in a similar setting is desired.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

WEBER SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER