Paraprofessional V Special Ed @ Alameda High School

Alameda Unified School District; California; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alameda Unified School District is a diverse 17-school system serving about 9,000 students from Preschool to Adult Learners, with languages spoken by many and a focus on equity and excellence in education.

Qualifications include completing at least 48 semester units, or possessing an Associate Degree or higher, or demonstrating a rigorous standard of quality via a state or local assessment and ability to assist in reading, writing, and mathematics instruction.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least 48 semester units of study at an accredited institution of higher education; OR
• Possession of an Associated Degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education; OR
• Demonstration of a rigorous standard of quality through a state or local assessment including knowledge of and the ability to assist in instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics.

Skills

Reading, writing, math instruction

Education

48 semester units

Associate degree or higher

Job description

The Alameda Unified School District is committed to upholding our community’s core values of equity and excellence for every student by providing inclusive and safe conditions for learning that challenge and support every student to be culturally competent and prepared for college, career, and community participation. Our vision is that each and every child is compassionate, confident, and feels successful, academically prepared, and able to make meaningful, positive impact in their lives, the lives of others, and the world around them. We are a diverse community of seventeen (17) schools serving approximately 9000 students ranging from Preschool to Adult Learners. Our students represent many cultures and ethnic groups, with 72 languages spoken by students. Approximately 14% of our students are English Language Learners; 12% receive Special Education Services; and 29% are Socioeconomically Disadvantaged. Our student population is comprised of 7% African American, 27% Asian, 16% Hispanic, 30% White, and 12% Two or more races. Equity Imperative The Alameda Unified School District believes that inequities exist within our current educational system. Our African American and Latinx students are underserved and it is our responsibility at Alameda Unified School District to provide equitable educational opportunities for them and all students. A diverse workforce matters and is beneficial to all of our students. With this ideal in mind, our goal is to find the best candidates suited to uphold our community’s core values of equity and excellence for every student. For more information about the Alameda Unified School District, please visit: https://www.alamedaunified.orgJob Summary

Requirements / Qualifications

• Completion of at least 48 semester units of study at an accredited institution of higher education; OR
• Possession of an Associated Degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education; OR
• Demonstration of a rigorous standard of quality through a state or local assessment including knowledge of and the ability to assist in instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics.

Comments and Other Information

AUSD Non-Discrimination Policy The Alameda Unified School District (AUSD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. The AUSD does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans’ status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. The Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services is charged with overseeing, leading, and directing the Alameda Unified School District efforts to meet the legal obligations set forth in state and federal civil rights laws, and regulations in AUSD employment and delivery of education services. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the Educational Services department. Any questions regarding Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 or Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1974, please contact: Kirsten Zazo Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services 2060 Challenger Drive Alameda, CA 94501 510.337.7095 Telephone [phone] Fax