Special Education Paraprofessional

Pathways In Education; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathways In Education in Glendale, CA is seeking a Paraprofessional to assist the IEP team by supporting instruction, monitoring progress, and implementing objectives for individuals or small groups.

The role involves maintaining materials and student files, promoting safety, coordinating with surrounding districts for special education documents, and helping create a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of college (60 units) required.
• A.A. degree or higher preferred.
• ETS Parapro Assessment passing score required.
• Paraprofessional experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist IEP team in evaluating student progress and implementing IEP objectives.
• Implement instructional support designed by a teacher for individuals or small groups.
• Execute behavioral plans designed by IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other conditions.
• Maintain instructional materials and student files; adapt materials and track attendance, papers, and records.
• Monitor students to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
• Communicate with surrounding districts to retrieve and provide Special Education documents.

Skills

Student engagement

Professional communication

Organization

Verbal & written communication

Independence

Stress management

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Two years of college (60 units)

A.A. degree or higher

ETS Parapro Assessment

Paraprofessional experience preferred

Job description

Job Description

Essential Functions include, but are not limited to the following:*

• Assists IEP Team in evaluating special education student progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
• Implements academic instruction designed by a teacher for individuals or small groups.
• Implements behavioral plans designed by IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions.
• Maintains instructional materials and/or student files/records (e.g. adapting instructional materials, student files, checking papers, attendance, audio visual equipment, set up art/science projects, etc.).
• Monitors special education students for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Communicates with and works with surrounding school districts to retrieve and provide Special Education documents.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to connect with students to motivate them in a positive manner.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers and business contacts in a courteous and professional manner.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Ability to exercise reasonable judgment and maintain confidentiality.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or the equivalent required, and
• Two years of college [60 units], or
• A.A. Degree [or higher] or
• ETS Parapro Assessment passing score.
• Paraprofessional experience preferred.