Special Education Classroom Support Assistant

Humboldt Unified School District; Arizona; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Humboldt Unified School District is seeking a Paraprofessional to assist classroom teachers in Special Services. The role supports students with moderate, severe or profound needs to help create a positive learning environment.

The position requires assisting with IEP goals, transportation assistance, daily living tasks, and classroom materials. Collaboration with staff and adherence to FERPA are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certified restraint training desired.
• CPR/First Aid Certification preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that meets minimum requirements.
• Criminal justice/Fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers in providing an effective learning environment.
• Assists in carrying out IEP goals for specific students as instructed by the teacher and/or therapists.
• Assists students getting on and off the bus and to/from class.
• Assists special needs students with daily bodily functions as necessary to maintain a healthy child, for example, tube feeding, diapering, etc.
• Maintains vigilance to signs of child abuse or neglect.
• Assists students with eating.
• Assists students with various learning activities as directed by the teacher.
• Assist students in mainstreamed classes.
• Calms and/or otherwise provides support for students who are having physical outbursts, who are acting out, and/or are emotionally distressed.
• If given proper certified restraint training, may be required to restrain students.
• Directs and re-directs students and student behavior during different activities.
• Supervises students on school campus where requested.
• Assists the teacher with the preparation and evaluation of learning materials.
• Completes all applicable Medicaid Direct Service reimbursement claims paperwork and submits on a monthly basis.
• May assist teacher in preparation of other related instructional materials.
• Provides positive reinforcement to all students.
• Assists in special class presentations, field trips and activities, as requested.
• Handles routine clerical work, as assigned.
• Assists the teacher with instruction and evaluation of student work.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with FERPA

Skills

Effective communication

Understanding of special needs

Teamwork

FERPA confidentiality

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Criminal justice/Fingerprint clearance

CPR/First Aid Certification preferred

Job description

Humboldt Unified School District is seeking a Paraprofessional to assist classroom teachers in Special Services. The role supports students with moderate, severe or profound needs to help create a positive learning environment.

The position requires assisting with IEP goals, transportation assistance, daily living tasks, and classroom materials. Collaboration with staff and adherence to FERPA are essential for success.