Paraeducator-Special Education

Lompoc Unified School District; Lompoc (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lompoc Unified School District seeks a dedicated paraeducator to support students with special needs across grade levels. The role involves assisting certificated teachers, following IEPs, monitoring student progress, and reinforcing instruction in both classroom and support settings.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience working with children, including those with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from secondary school or GED with 1 year of experience with children.
• Must meet ESSA employment requirements.
• Special qualifications include demonstrating knowledge for reading/writing or math per Title I funds.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated teachers to support students with special needs in class.
• Monitor student progress and reinforce instructional goals per IEPs.
• Provide basic health assistance and emergency response as needed.
• Support social skills development and positive student behavior.

Skills

Experience with children

Special needs support

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework / Associate degree

Tools

First Aid/CPR Certification

Job description

Paraeducator-Special Education

This recruitment is to begin filling positions for the 26/27 School Year.

The established Eligibility List will remain in effect for one year. The District has the right to limit the number of eligible which can be reasonably used during the existence of the eligibility list. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Positions available in the following areas: Pre-School, TK, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adult Transition Program.

Current Vacancy For Immediate Hire:

This recruitment is established to establish an eligibility list in order to fill all current and future vacancies at various school sites throughout the District.

Application Process

Applicants who successfully meet the employment standards outlined in the Required Qualifications in the job description and the supplemental questionnaire questions in the application will be invited to participate in the testing process.

Employment Standards

Education and Experience:
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must provide detailed information on their application to demonstrate how they meet the employment standards (Minimum Qualifications for Education and Experience and Licenses and other Requirements) shown below:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from secondary school or equivalent GED and one (1) year experience working with children with in an organized setting. Incumbents must meet requirements specified under Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).

Special Qualifications upon hire for positions at a school site that is supported by Title I funds include:

• Meet (pass) 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, mathematics OR
• Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education OR
• Obtained an associate’s or higher degree (college level) OR

Licenses and Other Requirements

• Valid First Aid and CPR certificates issued by an authorized agency.
• Some incumbents in this class may be trained in and utilize C.P.I. techniques (crisis prevention) as assigned by the position.

Examples of Duties

• Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students with special needs in a classroom or other learning environment; monitor and oversee student drills, practices, and assignments in various subjects; assist assigned teacher with the implementation of IEPs, taking data, implementing positive reinforcement programs, and building skills leading to independence.
• Provide general medical assistance and health care to students with special needs as assigned by the position; administer medication, first aid and CPR according to established procedures as needed; assist with or notify appropriate personnel or outside agencies of emergency medical conditions such as seizures and other serious medical conditions; administer medication according to physician instructions or established procedures; respond to students with seizures or other medical conditions needing monitoring, specialized response protocols or instructed interventions for their participation in the school day.
• Reinforce social skills instruction to individual or small groups of students; facilitate social skills activities to provide positive social interaction and to practice social skills; assist in shaping appropriate student behavior through redirection and positive reinforcement and other strategies; implement behavior modifications and intervention plans as directed.
• Assist students in focusing on work and completing classroom assignments, homework, make‑up work and projects in various subject areas; assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance; confer with teachers concerning lesson plans and adapt materials to meet student needs; explain words and concepts as necessary; progress; assist students with math, writing, movement and other assignments and exercises; assist students with meeting individual education goals and objectives; report progress regarding student performance and behavior to certificated staff. Work collaboratively with general and special education staff.