Special Education Paraeducator — Inspire Student Growth

Folsom Cordova Unified School District; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Folsom Cordova Unified School District is seeking a paraeducator to support students with severe disabilities under the supervision of a classroom teacher.

The role involves assisting with physical and emotional needs, supporting instructional activities, and helping with record-keeping and life-skills development; some duties may be performed without direct teacher presence, while keeping instructional oversight.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; 48 units beyond high school diploma or completion of District Instructional Assistant Proficiency Test in reading, math, and the Federal No Child Left Behind Act.
• Experience: Prefer experience with children with learning disabilities and/or emotional disturbances; crisis intervention training desirable.
• Willingness to complete required training courses or in-service upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with severe disabilities to meet physical and emotional needs during the instructional day.
• Assist the teacher with record keeping and instructional support activities; life-skills and/or physical care tasks.
• Some duties may be performed without direct supervision, while teacher retains responsibility for instruction and supervision.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

Behavior management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

AA degree / 48 units beyond high school

Job description

Folsom Cordova Unified School District is seeking a paraeducator to support students with severe disabilities under the supervision of a classroom teacher.

The role involves assisting with physical and emotional needs, supporting instructional activities, and helping with record-keeping and life-skills development; some duties may be performed without direct teacher presence, while keeping instructional oversight.