The job of Paraprofessional - Physically Impaired was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision and instruction of severely special needs students; observing and documenting student progress; implementing plans for instruction; and assisting students by providing for special health care needs. This job reports to site  Principal or designee.

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
• Administers immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional (e.g. diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bags, medication, etc.) for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs and/or developing children's daily living activities and behavioral skills.
• Assists students in a variety of ways (e.g. eating/feeding, hygiene, health and safety issues, transportation, PE, speech and language, etc.) for the purpose of maximizing the educational opportunities and student success at school.
• Assists students with mobility issues (e.g. braces, wheelchair, crutches, walking, lifting, repositioning, etc.) for the purpose of moving students within educational settings.
• Attends meetings and in-service presentations (e.g. first aid, CPR, emergency procedures, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
• Communicates with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, and parents (e.g. teachers, parents, counselors and/or participates in IEP meetings, etc.) for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
• Maintains instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files/records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items, providing written reference, and/or meeting mandated requirements.
• Monitors student(s) during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. lunch, bus stops, playground, classroom, field trips, public transportation, assemblies, kitchen, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
• Participates in the implementation of IEP goals for the purpose of meeting IEP goals and/or district benchmarks.
• Provides instruction as directed by teacher to individuals or small groups in a variety of areas (e.g. cognitive, gross and fine motor skills, feeding skills, self-help skills, behavior control, etc) for the purpose of assisting student(s) in meeting learning goals.

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Experience    
One year of experience working with children in a specialized learning environment. *Temporary change to required experience: six months of experience working with children or adults in a medical or educational setting preferred. 

Volunteer experience is acceptable and can be used in lieu of working experience. However, you must list all relevant volunteer experience in the volunteer portion of the application.*

Education      
High School diploma or equivalent.
If the opening is for Preschool; a minimum of six units in the field of Child Development/ Early Childhood Education.  Completion of forty-eight units from a nationally accredited college or university, or A.A. degree or higher; or the passage of a local assessment, which meets the requirements of the federal No Child Left Behind Act of 2001.

Required Testing
Pre-employment Proficiency Test
Pre-employment Physical exam

Continuing Educ./Training
Meet NCLB requirements
CPR/First Aid

Certificates
Valid CDL
CPR/First Aid Certificate

Clearances
DOJ/FBI Background Clearance
TB Clearance
Physical Demands(B)

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.  Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems.  Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; and stages of child development/ behavior.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods.  Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans.   Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate.  Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget.  Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact  the organization's services.

Classified Salary Schedule - Range 24
Classified Work Calendar - 204 days
Work Hours - 7 hours per day
Work Location: Various Sites