Special Education Paraeducator II — Full-Time (6 hours)

Coachella Valley Unified School District; Thermal (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Coachella Valley Unified School District seeks a Paraeducator Special Education II at Toro Canyon Middle School. This in-house vacancy is for current district employees only.

The role supports the Special Education teacher, assists with instructional and clerical tasks, and helps implement IEP goals in a respectful, confidential setting. The position requires minimal experience with youth, appropriate education credentials, and safety certifications.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months demonstrated experience working with youth in an organized setting.
• High School graduation or the equivalent; Completion of two (2) years of higher education study OR possession of an Associate’s or higher-level degree OR pass assessment that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics OR reading, writing, and mathematics readiness.
• Successful completion of the State-mandated proficiency examination.
• Fingerprint/criminal justice clearance.
• Tuberculosis clearance
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificates.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Special Education teacher in accomplishing the IEP goals of identified students. Conducts activities to reinforce skills under the direction of the Special Education teacher.
• Provides clerical assistance which may include preparation of instructional materials, maintaining student records and files, recording grades, operating educational equipment, setting up work areas, distributing and collecting supplies, collecting data on student progress toward behavioral, social or academic goals and other job-related tasks.
• Assists with evaluations of student learning needs and progress by administration of informal inventories of skills, criterion–referenced tests, student observations, and other similar measures.
• Assists students in routine non-instructional activities as directed and prescribed on the student’s Individualized Educational Plan.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality of information about students as assured in IDEIA.
• Participates in meetings and staff development sessions as directed.
• Provides emotional support, a positive attitude, and general guidance to students.

Skills

Youth experience

IEP knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Two years of higher education or Associate’s degree or equivalent assessment

Job description

Coachella Valley Unified School District seeks a Paraeducator Special Education II at Toro Canyon Middle School. This in-house vacancy is for current district employees only.

The role supports the Special Education teacher, assists with instructional and clerical tasks, and helps implement IEP goals in a respectful, confidential setting. The position requires minimal experience with youth, appropriate education credentials, and safety certifications.