Salinas City Elementary School District

(Replaces Instructional Aide I and II, Instructional Aide - SPED, Para-Educator, Para-Educator (42 months), Homework Assistant Supervisor Assistant (HASA}

TITLE:  Para-Educator I

DEPARTMENT:   Various: Dependent upon Assignment

BOARD APPROVAL: 6/8/2020

REPORTS TO:            School Principal

CLASSIFICATION:  Classified

WORK YEAR:  183 Days

SALARY:  Range 25

DEFINITION:

Under the general supervision of the Principal or program director and under the direction/ instruction of certificated staff, The Para-Educator I performs various supporti ve tasks designed to facilitate instructional effectiveness of student learning in classrooms and other settings such

as special education instruction in a resource program or other small group specialized academic

or recreational instruction.

SUPERVISOR(S):

K-6, Dual Immersion, Recreational Programs:  School Principal or Designee

Pre-School:  Program Coordinator or Designee

QUALIFICATION  REQUIREMENTS:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed on the job description are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals  with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

ESSENTIAL  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   The following is a list of duties that are representative of the position and include but are not limited to:

•    Works with students individually and in groups assisting with specific instructional, recreational , or learning tasks in subject areas including but not limited to reading, math, language development, social studies, science, technology, art, music and PE.

•   Supervises students in a variety of settings including but not limited to recess, on and off the

bus (to include riding***), and/or during meals.

•   May assist certificated staff to supervise students on field trips.

•   Assi sts in preparing and utilizing a variety of study aids and techniques to reinforce student skills/learning.

•   Observes and assists in managing behavior in the classroom.

•   Assists students with the use of computers, audiovisual aids, and other technology.

•   Participates in available training to stay current with academic, safety, enrichment, and technology standards.

•   Meets with teacher and other staff to collaboratively create effective learning during the regular work schedule.

•   Assists in implementing behavior intervention plans and positive behavior reinforcement

strategies.

•    Participates in and supervises student recreational activities and events both indoors and outdoors as assigned.

•    Assists in managing materials and supplies specific to assigned program.

•    Assists in ensuring that classroom and/or program environment is safe and clean.

•    ** May be assigned to provide specialized physical health care procedures.

•    Perfonns other job-related duties as assigned.

DUTIES SPECIFIC TO K-6 ASSIGNMENT:

•    Works directly with students in subject areas including but not limited to reading, ma th, language development, social studies, science, technology, art, music and PE.

•    Assists in administering and scoring assessments under the direct supervision of certificated staff.

DUTIES SPECIFIC TO PRE-SCHOOL:

•    Works directly with st udents to develop social and emotional skills.

•    Assist teachers by escorting students to restrooms, supervising students in restroom , assisting students with diapering, toileting, and changing clothing as required by student needs and following District and program protocols.

•    Assists in administering and scoring assessments under the direct supervision of certificated

staff.

DUTIES SPECIFIC TO DUAL IMMERSION PROGRAM, ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM (AP):

•    Implement second language acquisition strategies under the guidance of certificated staff.

•   Assists in administering and scoring assessments under the direct supervision of certificated staff.

DUTIES SPECIFIC TO THE STUDENT R ESOURCE PROGRAM (RSP):

•    May work with small groups of students, under the guidance of certificated staff, to provide direct instruction in either a "pull-out" program or in a general education classroom.

•    Assists in administering and scoring assessments under the direct supervision of certificated staff.

DUTIES SPECIFIC TO AFTER SCHOOL AND RECREATIONAL  PROGRAMS (e.g.

HASA, PLAYWORKS):

•   Responsible for supervising groups of students participating in assigned program.

•    Plans and implements academic, enrichment and recreational activities approved by certificated staff.

•    Plans and implements games and team sports.

•    Develops student leadership by supervising and overseeing student coaches.

•    Develops an atmosphere of positive and respectful play.

•   When directed by certificated staff, meet with parents to communicate regarding student perfonnance  and behavior.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience:

•    High school diploma or equivalent

•    Education as required by the "Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015": High school diploma or eq ui valent AND two (2) years of higher education study (48 semester units); OR

•    Possession of an Associate's or higher degree; OR

•    Meet a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a fonnal State or

local academic assessment, knowledge and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics.

Knowledge of:

•    Strong  English  verbal  and  written  communicati on skills  including  spelli ng, grammar  and punctuation.

•    Basic math concepts.

Ability to:

•   Learn and apply techniques of student supervision.

•   Demonstrate understandi ng, patience, a positive attitude and genuine interest in working with st udents.

•    Understand and be sensiti ve to those of culturall y and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

•   Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

•    Work under general supervision and function effecti vely within a team setting.

• Analyze si tuations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

• Be flexible with a positive attitude and possess excellent interpersonal sk ills.

• Handle information in a discreet and confidential manner.

•   Exercise reasonable judgment in unusual ci rcumstances.

•    Understand and carry out assigned duties.

•    Communicate effectivel y in the English language, both verbally and in writing.

•    Read, understand, interpret, and follow laws, rules, regulations, processes, policies, and methods of the office, the District, and the State of California.

•    Learn and use technol ogy and computer software applications as appropriate to the work

environment.

•    Maintain accurate and neat records and reports.

•    Use standard office equipment effectivel y.

•    Meet schedules and time lines.

•    Make simple mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.

• Physically participate  in activities outside the classroom such as: mainstreaming, recreational activities, and field trips

• Use correct procedures for lifting and correctl y positi oning on/in speci a lized equipment  used by student.

• Implement  Behavior  Goals following specific behavior  plans

• **Provide specialized physical  health care procedures.

• Perform appropriate First Aid and CPR when necessary.

Abilities Specific to Pre-School Program:

•    Learn and implement  federal and state licensing  regulations (e.g. Title 22 and Titl e 5).

Abilities Specific to Dual Immersion, Alternate Program:

•   Communicate effectively in the Spanish  language,  both verbally  and in writing.

Abilities Specific to Recreational Programs:

• Work in an outdoor environment for extended  periods.

• Work independentl y.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

•    First Aid Certificate within three (3) months of employment; maintain  valid certification.

•   CPR certificate within three (3) months of employment; maintain  valid cetiification.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

•    Previous experience working  in a school district

•    Previous experience working  with children

•    Experience  working  with students  with di sabili ties

•    Bilingual/Biliterate English/Spanish

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully  perfonn  the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable indi viduals with disabilities to perform  the essenti al functions.

•    Physical , mental , and emotional stamina to perform  the duties and responsibili ties of the posi tion and sustain moderate  ph ysical effort;

•   Manual dexterit y sufficient to write, use telephone, and classroom  technology (including computers);

•   Visual acuity for the purposes of reading printed material s and computer  screens;

•   Hearing suffici ent to understand  speech at nonnal  levels in person and/or on the tel ephone;

•   Conduct  verbal conversation in English so others wi ll be abl e to clearly understand  a normal conversation in person, on the telephone, and addressing groups;

Salinas City Elementary School District

(Replaces Instructional Aide I and II, Instructional Aide - SPED, Para-Educator, Para-Educator (42 months), Homework Assistant Supervisor Assistant (HASA}

TITLE:  Para-Educator I

DEPARTMENT:   Various: Dependent upon Assignment

BOARD APPROVAL: 6/8/2020

REPORTS TO:            School Principal

CLASSIFICATION:  Classified

WORK YEAR:  183 Days

SALARY:  Range 25

DEFINITION:

Under the general supervision of the Principal or program director and under the direction/ instruction of certificated staff, The Para-Educator I performs various supporti ve tasks designed to facilitate instructional effectiveness of student learning in classrooms and other settings such

as special education instruction in a resource program or other small group specialized academic

or recreational instruction.

SUPERVISOR(S):

K-6, Dual Immersion, Recreational Programs:  School Principal or Designee

Pre-School:  Program Coordinator or Designee

QUALIFICATION  REQUIREMENTS:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed on the job description are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals  with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

ESSENTIAL  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   The following is a list of duties that are representative of the position and include but are not limited to:

•    Works with students individually and in groups assisting with specific instructional, recreational , or learning tasks in subject areas including but not limited to reading, math, language development, social studies, science, technology, art, music and PE.

•   Supervises students in a variety of settings including but not limited to recess, on and off the

bus (to include riding***), and/or during meals.

•   May assist certificated staff to supervise students on field trips.

•   Assi sts in preparing and utilizing a variety of study aids and techniques to reinforce student skills/learning.

•   Observes and assists in managing behavior in the classroom.

•   Assists students with the use of computers, audiovisual aids, and other technology.

•   Participates in available training to stay current with academic, safety, enrichment, and technology standards.

•   Meets with teacher and other staff to collaboratively create effective learning during the regular work schedule.

•   Assists in implementing behavior intervention plans and positive behavior reinforcement

strategies.

•    Participates in and supervises student recreational activities and events both indoors and outdoors as assigned.

•    Assists in managing materials and supplies specific to assigned program.

•    Assists in ensuring that classroom and/or program environment is safe and clean.

•    ** May be assigned to provide specialized physical health care procedures.

•    Perfonns other job-related duties as assigned.

DUTIES SPECIFIC TO K-6 ASSIGNMENT:

•    Works directly with students in subject areas including but not limited to reading, ma th, language development, social studies, science, technology, art, music and PE.

•    Assists in administering and scoring assessments under the direct supervision of certificated staff.

DUTIES SPECIFIC TO PRE-SCHOOL:

•    Works directly with st udents to develop social and emotional skills.

•    Assist teachers by escorting students to restrooms, supervising students in restroom , assisting students with diapering, toileting, and changing clothing as required by student needs and following District and program protocols.

•    Assists in administering and scoring assessments under the direct supervision of certificated

staff.

DUTIES SPECIFIC TO DUAL IMMERSION PROGRAM, ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM (AP):

•    Implement second language acquisition strategies under the guidance of certificated staff.

•   Assists in administering and scoring assessments under the direct supervision of certificated staff.

DUTIES SPECIFIC TO THE STUDENT R ESOURCE PROGRAM (RSP):

•    May work with small groups of students, under the guidance of certificated staff, to provide direct instruction in either a "pull-out" program or in a general education classroom.

•    Assists in administering and scoring assessments under the direct supervision of certificated staff.

DUTIES SPECIFIC TO AFTER SCHOOL AND RECREATIONAL  PROGRAMS (e.g.

HASA, PLAYWORKS):

•   Responsible for supervising groups of students participating in assigned program.

•    Plans and implements academic, enrichment and recreational activities approved by certificated staff.

•    Plans and implements games and team sports.

•    Develops student leadership by supervising and overseeing student coaches.

•    Develops an atmosphere of positive and respectful play.

•   When directed by certificated staff, meet with parents to communicate regarding student perfonnance  and behavior.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience:

•    High school diploma or equivalent

•    Education as required by the "Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015": High school diploma or eq ui valent AND two (2) years of higher education study (48 semester units); OR

•    Possession of an Associate's or higher degree; OR

•    Meet a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a fonnal State or

local academic assessment, knowledge and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics.

Knowledge of:

•    Strong  English  verbal  and  written  communicati on skills  including  spelli ng, grammar  and punctuation.

•    Basic math concepts.

Ability to:

•   Learn and apply techniques of student supervision.

•   Demonstrate understandi ng, patience, a positive attitude and genuine interest in working with st udents.

•    Understand and be sensiti ve to those of culturall y and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

•   Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

•    Work under general supervision and function effecti vely within a team setting.

• Analyze si tuations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

• Be flexible with a positive attitude and possess excellent interpersonal sk ills.

• Handle information in a discreet and confidential manner.

•   Exercise reasonable judgment in unusual ci rcumstances.

•    Understand and carry out assigned duties.

•    Communicate effectivel y in the English language, both verbally and in writing.

•    Read, understand, interpret, and follow laws, rules, regulations, processes, policies, and methods of the office, the District, and the State of California.

•    Learn and use technol ogy and computer software applications as appropriate to the work

environment.

•    Maintain accurate and neat records and reports.

•    Use standard office equipment effectivel y.

•    Meet schedules and time lines.

•    Make simple mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.

• Physically participate  in activities outside the classroom such as: mainstreaming, recreational activities, and field trips

• Use correct procedures for lifting and correctl y positi oning on/in speci a lized equipment  used by student.

• Implement  Behavior  Goals following specific behavior  plans

• **Provide specialized physical  health care procedures.

• Perform appropriate First Aid and CPR when necessary.

Abilities Specific to Pre-School Program:

•    Learn and implement  federal and state licensing  regulations (e.g. Title 22 and Titl e 5).

Abilities Specific to Dual Immersion, Alternate Program:

•   Communicate effectively in the Spanish  language,  both verbally  and in writing.

Abilities Specific to Recreational Programs:

• Work in an outdoor environment for extended  periods.

• Work independentl y.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

•    First Aid Certificate within three (3) months of employment; maintain  valid certification.

•   CPR certificate within three (3) months of employment; maintain  valid cetiification.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

•    Previous experience working  in a school district

•    Previous experience working  with children

•    Experience  working  with students  with di sabili ties

•    Bilingual/Biliterate English/Spanish

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully  perfonn  the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable indi viduals with disabilities to perform  the essenti al functions.

•    Physical , mental , and emotional stamina to perform  the duties and responsibili ties of the posi tion and sustain moderate  ph ysical effort;

•   Manual dexterit y sufficient to write, use telephone, and classroom  technology (including computers);

•   Visual acuity for the purposes of reading printed material s and computer  screens;

•   Hearing suffici ent to understand  speech at nonnal  levels in person and/or on the tel ephone;

•   Conduct  verbal conversation in English so others wi ll be abl e to clearly understand  a normal conversation in person, on the telephone, and addressing groups;