Paraeducator Student Attendant - Central Park (QSS 9492)

Santa Clara Unified School District; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Clara Unified School District is seeking a dedicated aide to support a special education student under an IEP. The role involves providing individualized instructional assistance across reading, writing, and mathematics, along with general classroom support.

The position requires a high school diploma and knowledge of instructional methods, grammar, and clear communication. CPR and First Aid certification must be kept up to date, with employment contingent on completion of state

Qualifications

• Requires two years of study at an institution of higher education or equivalent demonstration of knowledge in reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary, as well as good oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Maintaining a current CPR and First Aid certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual services and support for a special education student per their IEP.
• Assist in instruction across a variety of subject areas as needed within district schools.
• Maintain current CPR and First Aid certification as a job requirement.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

English grammar

Education

High school graduate

Job description

Welcome to Santa Clara Unified School District! Thank you for your interest in Santa Clara Unified School District. Our employees work together to support students by providing an engaging and equitable education where each student reaches their full potential and is prepared for work and life. SCUSD’s core value embodies five elements that support our students:

• Excellence and Continuous Improvement
• Equity and Social Justice
• Student Voice and Empowerment
• Communication, Empathy, Respect
• Collaboration We encourage you to model our mission and core values through your work in Santa Clara Unified School District. Santa Clara Unified School District serves over 15,000 TK-12 students, in addition to students in Preschool through Adult School. Neighborhoods in the Cities of Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, San Jose, and Cupertino comprise the District's 56 square-mile area. Santa Clara Unified prides itself on having teachers, classified employees, and administrators who are dedicated, experienced professionals who care about each student's well-being and academic preparation. NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: Santa Clara Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), mental or physical disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. The Title IX Coordinator is Stacy Joslin, 1889 Lawrence Road, Santa Clara, CA 95051

Requirements / Qualifications
This position requires the candidate to have completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education OR the ability to demonstrate, through a formal local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (or readiness in those subjects, as appropriate). Testing TBD. You will be working with a special education student and will provide individual services and support for that student per their Individual Education Plan (IEP). Qualifications: Candidate must be a high school graduate and have knowledge of principles and practices relating to Special Education, subjects taught in District schools, and principles and techniques of providing instructional assistance in a variety of subject areas. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary, as well as good oral and written communication skills are essential. Maintaining a current CPR and First Aid certification is required.
Comments and Other InformationIncomplete applications and/or those lacking current information may not be considered as eligible candidates
Incomplete applications and/or those lacking current information may not be considered as eligible candidates