
Paraeducator Independence Facilitator (PIF) - Bilingual/Signing at San Diego Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Paraeducator Independence Facilitator - Bilingual/Signing position will use American Sign Language (ASL). The Paraeducator Independence Facilitator - Bilingual/Signing assists individuals or small groups of students to enhance learning including providing academic support, behavior intervention, and medical support to students in classroom settings. Assists teachers with instruction and classroom management that occurs in special education and general education classrooms, lunchrooms, and play environments, including distance learning and field trips.
Requirements / Qualifications
This opportunity is open to all interested candidates. You will be directed to an off-site application once you select CLICK HERE TO APPLY OFFSITE. There is currently one position available working in the Low Incidence Department. Positions work 35 hours per week, 10 months per year. Positions 20 hours per week or more qualify for District Paid health and wellness benefits for employees and eligible dependents. The starting hourly rate is $22.41 per hour. You must be available to work Monday-Friday in person. The shift time is offered within the school bell schedule. The Paraeducator Independence Facilitator - Bilingual/Signing will be paid on the PARA Salary Schedule. Salary Grade: 32. The PARA Salary Schedule can be found by clicking here. This is is an open opportunity available to all interested candidates. This recruitment will be used to establish an Eligibility List for the current vacancies as well as any future vacancies. This list will be active for three (3) months with the possibility to be extended.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School diploma/GED and a passing score on the San Diego Unified School District Classroom Assistant Proficiency Exam (CAPE) or an Associate’s degree (or higher) or 48 or more eligible units of coursework at a recognized college or university. Completion of post-high school courses in Psychology, Early Childhood Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, or related fields is desirable. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Maintain district certification in restraint reduction/avoidance. Maintain district Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation training. KNOWLEDGE OF: Bilingual and/or signing instructional/tutorial procedures and practices. Instructional methodologies and tutorial procedures and practices Data collection strategies. Behavioral principles and social interaction facilitation. Operation of a computer and related software applications. Oral and written English communication skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy. ABILITY TO: Apply bilingual and/or signing instructional/tutorial procedures and practices. Learn structured teaching principles. Understand and explain the impact of pervasive developmental disorders on learning. Assist in developing and implementing behavioral support plans. Model specialized strategies and techniques. Prepare and adapt materials to enhance student performance. Collect and maintain data. Demonstrate enthusiasm for and interest in the instructional program. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Communicate effectively and maintain collaborative relationships. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Requirements / Qualifications
This opportunity is open to all interested candidates. You will be directed to an off-site application once you select CLICK HERE TO APPLY OFFSITE. There is currently one position available working in the Low Incidence Department. Positions work 35 hours per week, 10 months per year. Positions 20 hours per week or more qualify for District Paid health and wellness benefits for employees and eligible dependents. The starting hourly rate is $22.41 per hour. You must be available to work Monday-Friday in person. The shift time is offered within the school bell schedule. The Paraeducator Independence Facilitator - Bilingual/Signing will be paid on the PARA Salary Schedule. Salary Grade: 32. The PARA Salary Schedule can be found by clicking here. This is is an open opportunity available to all interested candidates. This recruitment will be used to establish an Eligibility List for the current vacancies as well as any future vacancies. This list will be active for three (3) months with the possibility to be extended.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School diploma/GED and a passing score on the San Diego Unified School District Classroom Assistant Proficiency Exam (CAPE) or an Associate’s degree (or higher) or 48 or more eligible units of coursework at a recognized college or university. Completion of post-high school courses in Psychology, Early Childhood Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, or related fields is desirable. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Maintain district certification in restraint reduction/avoidance. Maintain district Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation training. KNOWLEDGE OF: Bilingual and/or signing instructional/tutorial procedures and practices. Instructional methodologies and tutorial procedures and practices Data collection strategies. Behavioral principles and social interaction facilitation. Operation of a computer and related software applications. Oral and written English communication skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy. ABILITY TO: Apply bilingual and/or signing instructional/tutorial procedures and practices. Learn structured teaching principles. Understand and explain the impact of pervasive developmental disorders on learning. Assist in developing and implementing behavioral support plans. Model specialized strategies and techniques. Prepare and adapt materials to enhance student performance. Collect and maintain data. Demonstrate enthusiasm for and interest in the instructional program. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Communicate effectively and maintain collaborative relationships. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Comments and Other Information
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
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Non Discrimination Statement
The San Diego Unified School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, immigration status, association with a group with one or more actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The Title IX Coordinator's contact information is lryan@sandi.net, 619.725.8000 or by mail, 4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103. The Title II Coordinator's contact information is wranck-buhr@sandi.net 619.725.5678 or by mail, 4100 Normal Street Room 3126, San Diego, CA 92103. The 504 Coordinator's contact information is enall@sandi.net 619.344.6420 or by mail, 5465 El Cajon Blvd. Room B-2, San Diego, CA 92115 It is the policy of San Diego Unified School District to maintain a drug-free workplace. If needed, individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request accommodation.
Comments and Other Information
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The San Diego Unified School District communicates information regarding the hiring process via email. Please be aware that the District is not responsible for messages blocked by your email service. In an effort to allow our emails through your personal spam filter, you can add the domain@sandi.net and domain@governmentjobs.com to your safe senders list.
Non Discrimination Statement
The San Diego Unified School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, immigration status, association with a group with one or more actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The Title IX Coordinator's contact information is lryan@sandi.net, 619.725.8000 or by mail, 4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103. The Title II Coordinator's contact information is wranck-buhr@sandi.net 619.725.5678 or by mail, 4100 Normal Street Room 3126, San Diego, CA 92103. The 504 Coordinator's contact information is enall@sandi.net 619.344.6420 or by mail, 5465 El Cajon Blvd. Room B-2, San Diego, CA 92115 It is the policy of San Diego Unified School District to maintain a drug-free workplace. If needed, individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request accommodation.