THE POSITION The Educational Services Division is now accepting applications for Paraeducator, Trainer - Special Education. Under assigned supervision, the Paraeducator Trainer- Special Education will assist the department by providing on-site training, coaching, and professional development to classified personnel related to the assigned job duties including, but not limited to, instructional and behavioral support, data collection, personal care, clerical duties and other job functions related to the paraeducator position; performs a variety of instructional support duties to individuals or small groups of Special Education pupils as needed. This position supports students and staff by facilitating communication access in educational and training settings. The Para Trainer will use American Sign Language (ASL) as the primary mode of communication with Deaf or hard-of-hearing students. The Para Trainer will also use spoken English, written English, or other visual communication strategies to communicate with hearing staff, trainers, and administrators. Essential communication functions of the role may include: Using ASL to support instruction, training activities, and daily interactions Conveying information between Deaf/hard-of-hearing individuals and hearing staff as needed Communicating with students, instructors, supervisors, and support staff in both structured and informal settings Adapting communication methods to meet individual access needs The position focuses on ensuring effective, accessible communication and supporting student engagement, rather than on a single communication modality. This position is part-time, and has a work year of 11 months, 193 days, 6 hours per day, Bilingual ASL Required The class of Paraeducator Trainer - Special Education provides daily support to classrooms that require in-classroom training and support, including meeting one-to-one with specific paraeducators, or small groups in conjunction with the classroom teacher. Classroom support will be completed in conjunction with SCCOE special education administration. Paraeducator Trainer - Special Education incumbents may also coordinate and present in conjunction with SCCOE administration, professional development training based upon program need. This recruitment is for current employees or employees on the 39-month re-employment list only. This is a specially funded position that is subject to annual approval and renewal by the LEA Collaborative. In addition, Paraeducator Trainer - Special Education incumbents may be assigned on a limited-term basis, in classrooms that need short-term support.

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APPLICATION PROCEDURES The following application materials are required: 1. Completed SchoolJobs.com Application 2. Resume 3. Answers to supplemental questions (embedded in the online application)* *NOTE: Supplemental questions are included in the application form and will be used in the initial screening process. Please answer these questions as fully as possible. The application and materials must be received by the final application filling date. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the filing date. EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

• Assessments and interviews may take place virtually or in-person.
• Following the final filing date, the qualifications of all candidates will be evaluated.
• The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a written exam, tentatively scheduled for TBD.
• Those who pass the written exam will be invited to participate in an oral examination with subject matter experts, tentatively scheduled for TBD.
• Based on the final scores of qualified candidates, Classified Personnel Services will establish a ranked candidate list.
• Selected candidates from the list will be invited to a second interview with the hiring authorities, tentatively scheduled for TBD.
• Second interviews may be held in-person.
• Candidates will be invited over email to participate in examination and selection steps, using the email supplied within their SchoolJobs.com applications, or as updated by candidates in their SchoolJobs.com master profiles. Therefore, it is recommended that candidates check their email at least daily.

NOTE: Examination procedures are subject to change as deemed necessary by the Director - Classified Personnel Services. Candidates who test successfully for placement on the eligibility list may be certified to other related positions without further testing requirements, OR job posting announcements. The right is reserved to add, eliminate, or adjust testing steps and/or information on the posting, at any time, during the position posting and testing process, which may include, but is not limited to, further testing, inclusive of on-the job testing, recruitment, and recruitment extensions, which may be for less than 15 days, after an eligibility list has been certified, which may cause adjustments on the eligibility list, as evaluated to be reasonable or necessary. HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS: The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Fertility healthcare and family forming benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health and Well-Being resources
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
• 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement

Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30 hrs.+/ weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: Candidates who require reasonable accommodations for any part of the testing process must contact Classified Personnel Services (CPS) at least three (3) days prior to the scheduled test date at 408-453-6845. Hearing-impaired individuals may contact the California Relay Service at 1-800-735-2929, then 408-453-6845. After contacting CPS, candidates will be asked to submit documentation supporting their accommodation request. Failure to reach out within the specified timeline may result in an inability to make accommodations. RECRUITMENT CONTACT: For questions about the position or recruitment process, please contact: Shahana Shah 408-453-6847 sshah@sccoe.org EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions) sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance. For direct concerns related to Equal Opportunity Employment, please contact: Roger D. Gallizzi Interim Associate Superintendent Human Resources Santa Clara County Office of Education 1290 Ridder Park Drive San Jose, Ca 95131 (408) 453-6598 c-rgallizzi@sccoe.org