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Autism Paraprofessional - SAUSD permanent employees only at Santa Ana Unified School District

Application Deadline

8/18/2022 4:30 PM Pacific

Date Posted
8/10/2022
Contact
Number of Openings
4

Add'l Salary Info

Grade 24 Hourly Rate: $22.04 - $28.18
Length of Work Year
2022-2023
Employment Type
Part Time

Work Site:

[Various Sites] [subject to change] - Lathrop, Mendez, Jackson, Monroe

Work Year:

9.5 months 6 hours per day (Monday - Friday)

Total Hours per Week::

Monday - Friday (30 hours) Schedule may vary depending on the site.

Benefits:

Eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision
Job Description / Essential Elements:    Print   
SANTA ANA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT AUTISM PARAPROFESSIONAL BASIC FUNCTION: Under general supervision, to provide student support in either group settings, on an individual basis and/or in a structured classroom environment to facilitate integration into a classroom and independence in the setting; assist students with behavior, instruction, and other related areas as required. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Assist instructional personnel in the education, training, and supervision of students with autism. E Apply strategies and techniques to foster independence, self-reliance and social skills. E Assist instructional personnel with the delivery of lesson plans, presentation of learning materials, and in conduct of instructional exercises. E Monitor student’s progress regarding individual educational plans and goals. E Monitor and assist individual students and/or small groups of students with autism in a variety of instructional activities as a follow-up to the presentation of instructional lessons by instructional personnel. E Use positive reinforcement strategies and other appropriate techniques to assist students in the development of appropriate behavior. E Assist in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aids geared to the instruction level of children with autism. E Oversee and supervise students during classroom activities, recesses, and field trips. E Operate and assist students in the operation of a variety of instructional aids and media and computer assisted instructional equipment. E Assist in maintaining an orderly, safe, attractive, and positive learning environment. E May assist students with basic personal care activities such as dressing, toileting or bathroom including catheterization, feeding and grooming. E AUTISM PARAPROFESSIONAL – (CONTINUED): Use good judgment regarding appropriate action to assist injured or physically ill students and to assist in medical emergencies. E May assist students on and off the bus. E Provide intensive behavioral intervention to individual and small groups of children. E Direct students into safe learning and recreational activities. E May administer and score a variety of tests and record results. E May perform duties involving arrival/departure of students such as crosswalk duty and supervising children along roadway. E May perform routine clerical tasks, such as typing, computer operations, filing, photocopying, maintain a variety of records and files including confidential records and information. E Attend specialized training as required. E Perform other related duties needed. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Basic concepts of child growth and development and developmental behavior characteristics, particularly pertaining to pupils with autism. Various learning handicaps, disabilities and medical conditions requiring special attention. Behavior management strategies and techniques relating to pupils experiencing atypical control problems. Basic subjects including arithmetic, grammar, spelling and reading. Routine record keeping techniques. ABILITY TO: Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups. Appropriately manage student behavior and guide students toward more acceptable social behaviors. Quickly recognize and respond to emergencies pertaining to a variety of student medical conditions. Assist students with basic personal care activities such as dressing or toileting. Utilize a variety of instructional materials and procedures to enhance a positive educational environment. AUTISM PARAPROFESSIONAL – (CONTINUED): ABILITY TO (CONTINUED): Perform routine clerical tasks and operate a variety of educational and office related machines and equipment. Communicate effectively in oral and written form. Appreciate human diversity. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Comply with the District’s customer service standards, as outlined in Board policy. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by courses in childcare, psychology, education and training of autistic students; and some experience working with autistic students in a structured environment preferred. LICENSE/CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License. Mandatory participation in SAUSD staff development designed to increase skills related to the job functions of and Independence Facilitator working with students with autism. Possession of valid CPR and First Aid Certification. Pass a District proficiency test in English usage, language arts and math or have passed CBEST or have completed two years of college. WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: Classroom or special learning environment. PHYSICAL ABILITIES: Lifting, carrying and physically manipulation students to move students in and out of wheelchairs, normally not exceeding sixty (60) pounds, without assistance. Pushing students in wheelchairs. Seeing to monitor student work and read a variety of materials. Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate instructional and medical equipment. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students. Sitting or standing for extended periods of tome. HAZARDS: Contact with blood and other body fluids. AUTISM PARAPROFESSIONAL – (CONTINUED): Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job. Board Approved: 7/08

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

Any combination equivalent to: Completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by courses in childcare, psychology, education and training of autistic students; and some experience working with autistic students in a structured environment preferred. Must meet NCLB requirements - to meet requirement, applicants must possess either an Associate of Arts (A.A) degree or 48 semester units from college/university or pass District examination. District examinations are scheduled after applications have been screened and a HR Technician will reach out to each applicant that requires a district exam. Please complete the online EDJoin application and attach copies of the following documents: *Resume *High School Diploma *48 General Education College Units (Attach copy of college transcripts with 48 units) In lieu of the above we will accept the following: Proof of BA Degree (Attach copy of degree or transcripts with degree posted) THE DOCUMENTS SPECIFIED MUST BE ATTACHED IN ORDER FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT.

This position requires a valid High School Diploma or valid equivalency established by an accredited institution/agency within the United States. Applications that do not include a valid degree/HS Diploma will not be considered. If you would like to receive credit for a foreign degree, you may submit your foreign degree to an approved education evaluation service. Any cost of evaluation is the candidate’s responsibility. For your convenience, you may visit our website at www.sausd.us under the Human Resources link for a list of approved education evaluation services. The District provides this list only as information to prospective job candidates and makes no endorsement on any of the companies listed.


      Any combination equivalent to: Completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by courses in childcare, psychology, education and training of autistic students; and some experience working with autistic students in a structured environment preferred. Must meet NCLB requirements - to meet requirement, applicants must possess either an Associate of Arts (A.A) degree or 48 semester units from college/university or pass District examination. District examinations are scheduled after applications have been screened and a HR Technician will reach out to each applicant that requires a district exam. Please complete the online EDJoin application and attach copies of the following documents: *Resume *High School Diploma *48 General Education College Units (Attach copy of college transcripts with 48 units) In lieu of the above we will accept the following: Proof of BA Degree (Attach copy of degree or transcripts with degree posted) THE DOCUMENTS SPECIFIED MUST BE ATTACHED IN ORDER FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT.

      This position requires a valid High School Diploma or valid equivalency established by an accredited institution/agency within the United States. Applications that do not include a valid degree/HS Diploma will not be considered. If you would like to receive credit for a foreign degree, you may submit your foreign degree to an approved education evaluation service. Any cost of evaluation is the candidate’s responsibility. For your convenience, you may visit our website at www.sausd.us under the Human Resources link for a list of approved education evaluation services. The District provides this list only as information to prospective job candidates and makes no endorsement on any of the companies listed.