SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT (2356)

Glendale Unified School District; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Glendale Unified School District seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to support students with disabilities in both physical care and classroom instruction. You will assist throughout the school day, including repositioning students in wheelchairs and helping with personal care tasks.

Positions are part-time (9.25 months per year), 6 hours daily; permanent staff receive full benefits for the employee only. Salary starts at $20.95 per hour at the fourth step, with merit increases possible after

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• First Aid and CPR certification required within probationary period.
• One year of experience with handicapped individuals desirable.
• Written and oral proficiency in a second language is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assists students upon arrival and departure at school and throughout the school day by repositioning in wheelchairs or other necessary appliances.
• Assists students with washing, feeding, toileting, and other personal care needs.
• Performs specialized physical health care services such as suctioning, gastrostomy tube feeding, catheterization, oxygen administration and care of related equipment, and administers medication as directed.
• Provides basic emergency care as needed, including cardio pulmonary resuscitation or other life sustaining efforts until medical assistance arrives.
• Changes sheets and linens and prepares cots and beds for rest periods.
• Completes written accident or incident reports as needed.
• Communicates students' needs to the teacher.
• Cleans and maintains activity rooms, equipment, and utensils.
• Supervises students in physical and instructional activities providing assistance as directed by a teacher.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Lifting assistance (50-75 lbs)

Education

High school diploma or GED

First Aid and CPR certification

Experience with individuals with disabilities

Second language proficiency

Job description

Job Description

Performs a variety of responsible and specialized tasks in the physical care and classroom instruction of students with disabilities; and assists students with disabilities in meeting the physical requirements of attending school.

Performs a variety of responsible and specialized tasks in the physical care and classroom instruction of students with disabilities; and assists students with disabilities in meeting the physical requirements of attending school.

Current Vacancies

Various opportunities exist for permanent and on-call or long-term substitute assignments. The eligibility list will be used to fill both types of positions based on the immediate and future needs of the District. All positions are part-time, 9.25 months per year, 6 hours per day. Permanent positions are Monday through Friday and include full benefits for the employee only. Both permanent and substitute assignments may be in any part of the district boundaries (Glendale, La Crescenta, or Montrose).

Salary

Positions in this classification start at the fourth step of the salary range at $20.95 per hour.

Substitute employees are paid a fixed hourly rate at the fourth step.

Permanent employees may earn higher rates upon successful completion of the probationary period (130 days of paid service) and may receive merit increases each year up to the maximum amount.

Examples of Duties

• Assists students upon arrival and departure at school and throughout the school day by repositioning in wheelchairs or other necessary appliances.
• Assists students with washing, feeding, toileting, and other personal care needs.
• Performs specialized physical health care services such as, suctioning, gastrostomy tube feeding, catheterization, oxygen administration and care of related equipment, and administers medication as directed.
• Provides basic emergency care as needed, including cardio pulmonary resuscitation or other life sustaining efforts until medical assistance arrives.
• Changes sheets and linens and prepares cots and beds for rest periods.
• Completes written accident or incident reports as needed.
• Communicates students' needs to the teacher.
• Cleans and maintains activity rooms, equipment, and utensils.
• Supervises students in physical and instructional activities providing assistance as directed by a teacher.

Other Duties

• Observes and reports on students' progress.
• Performs a variety of office clerical tasks such as typing and preparing dittos and stencils.
• Assists in administering, scoring, and maintaining records or tests.
• Performs related work as required.

Employment Standards

Knowledge Of

• Personal needs and behavioral characteristics of students with disabilities.
• Special education materials, practices, concepts, and techniques.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Classroom procedures and rules of conduct.
• Basic emergency, first aid, and health care techniques.
• Clerical practices and procedures.

Ability To

• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.
• Assist students with disabilities with personal care needs and activities.
• Assist in physical transfer of students with disabilities (approximately 50 - 75 pounds).
• Observe, evaluate, and report on student's progress.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Compile and maintain records and files; operate a variety of office machines.

Minimum Requirements

Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent.

License or Certificate

Incumbents must obtain a valid First Aid and CPR certificate within the designated probationary period for this classification.

Desirable Qualifications

One year of experience working with handicapped individuals.Written and oral proficiency in a second language.

Examination Process

A review of applicants' experience and qualifications is conducted periodically. Based on that evaluation, a limited number of applicants whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the District will be invited to participate in the next step of the process.

The examination process will include a performance test and a qualifications appraisal interview. Qualified candidates will be notified of the details at the appropriate time.

Salary: Listed salary amounts indicate the fourth and last steps of the range for the position.

Hiring for this position is on as-needed basis and could occur at anytime during a school year. Interested individuals are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible in order to be included in the next group to be reviewed. Applications older than six months may not be reviewed. Applicants who are qualified and interested in pursuing potential opportunities may re-submit applications.

After an offer of employment a candidate must submit proof of freedom from tuberculosis. Also required after an offer, the candidate must complete a pre-employment physical examination and obtain fingerprint clearance through the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (district-paid). The onboarding process includes legally mandated training(s) and reference checks. In addition, pursuant to Senate Bill 848 (SB848), the district is required to conduct reference checks that include inquiry into whether the applicant has ever been the subject of a credible complaint, investigation, or disciplinary action related to child abuse, sexual misconduct, or sexual harassment.

Statement of Non-discrimination

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973): The Board of Education is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, sexual preference, ancestry, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, physical or mental disability, marital or parental status, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or sexual harassment in any district service, program and/or activity that receives or benefits from state financial assistance. The Board shall promote programs which ensure that unlawful discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. The District will take steps to assure that the lack of English will not be a barrier to admission and participation in district programs. A copy of the District's Uniform Complaint Policy is available by calling [phone], Ext. 1457. Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the following personnel:

Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Kelly King, 223 North Jackson St., [phone], Ext. 1209, [e-mail]

Section 504 Coordinator: Dr. Narineh Khemichian, 223 North Jackson St., [phone], Ext. 1500, [e-mail]

Title II/ADA: Dr. Kelly King, 223 North Jackson St., [phone], Ext. 1209, [e-mail]

Benefits for permanent employees

Benefits for permanent employees who work 4 or more hours per day include medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

Salary

The beginning and ending salary steps are shown on each announcement. Permanent employees with satisfactory service receive salary increases upon completion of their probationary period and at one-year intervals thereafter, up to the maximum rate.

Holidays

Regular classified employees are entitled to pay for authorized holidays, provided they were in a paid status during any portion of the working day immediately preceding or succeeding the holiday.

Sick Leave

One day of sick leave earned per month, accumulation is unlimited.

Retirement

All new employees who work half time or more must become members of the California Public Employees Retirement System and the Federal Social Security program. Contributions are withheld from salary. Employees may become eligible for retirement at age 50 with a minimum of five years service.

Phone inquiries are welcome at [phone], Ext. 1378.

Veterans Preference

Five additional points of credit are added in entry-level examinations to the final passing score of qualified veterans showing 30 days or more service during time of war (10 points for disabled veterans) upon presentation of proof of veterans' status (Form DD-214). This evidence must be presented during the examination procedure. No credit will be given after this period.

Fingerprint Requirement

California state law requires that all classified employees be fingerprinted. Candidates are responsible for paying the fees.

Certificate of Tuberculosis Examination

New employees must furnish proof that within the last 60 days they have had a Mantoux tuberculin skin test.

Accommodation

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants with disabilities may request that reasonable accommodation be given related to the actual examination process. Requests must be made at the time of application.

Physical Examination

Employees must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of the position without hazard to themselves. As a condition of employment, all prospective new hires must receive District approval relating to their fitness to work based on a physical examination. Tests must be given by a District-approved physician.

Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting Training

As a state requirement, all prospective employees of the district are required to complete the Mandated Reporter Educators Training course, prior to their start date of employment. The training must also be completed annually thereafter.