2026-2027 ESN TK-1 Paraeducator - University Elementary at La Fiesta at Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District
About the Employer
Learning for a Lifetime - Committed to the Future We’re proud to be a district creating innovative programs, opening schools, attracting students and preparing them for college and careers. Our vision is clear – all students are entitled to a successful education, our focus is learning and we are a team. This vision is shared by our community and we are thankful for the tremendous support we receive, which helps make our schools special places for children to learn. We have strong academic and enrichment programs, magnet programs and distinguished schools from transitional kindergarten through high school. Our district has received national recognition for our work in closing the achievement gap and increasing access to advanced curriculum for all students.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Hours: 27.5 hours per week 8:15am - 2:30pm SUMMARY: The Paraprofessional assists teachers, specialists and staff in the instruction, supervision and training of both general education and special education students with a variety of needs, in some cases pursuant to student-specific plans, behavior support plans, or other individualized plans. They will provide a range of instructional services within a well-defined framework of policies and procedures within varied educational environments which may include specific classrooms, learning centers, vocational programs, or other instructional facilities. Other duties may be assigned, including clerical tasks.
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily throughout their employment. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge of: - Behavior management strategies - District Curricula - Appropriate evasion and restraint strategies (Managing Student Behavior, ProAct or similar) - Standard office machines, i.e. fax, network printers, and scanners; computers, - Basic First Aid and CPR procedures and techniques - Bilingual (Spanish) desirable EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities could be: Experience/Training: - Positive behavior modification, or willingness to be trained - Curricular interventions, or willingness to be trained in curricular interventions such as Response to Intervention techniques - Prefer a minimum of two years working directly with students, especially students IEP and/or behavior support plans Education: - High School diploma or equivalent is required - Some college course work related to education is desirable 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume 3. Letters of Recommendation Incomplete applications will not be considered. As part of the application process, applicants are required to submit a complete record of prior education-related employment.
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily throughout their employment. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge of: - Behavior management strategies - District Curricula - Appropriate evasion and restraint strategies (Managing Student Behavior, ProAct or similar) - Standard office machines, i.e. fax, network printers, and scanners; computers, - Basic First Aid and CPR procedures and techniques - Bilingual (Spanish) desirable EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities could be: Experience/Training: - Positive behavior modification, or willingness to be trained - Curricular interventions, or willingness to be trained in curricular interventions such as Response to Intervention techniques - Prefer a minimum of two years working directly with students, especially students IEP and/or behavior support plans Education: - High School diploma or equivalent is required - Some college course work related to education is desirable 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume 3. Letters of Recommendation Incomplete applications will not be considered. As part of the application process, applicants are required to submit a complete record of prior education-related employment.