RECRUITMENT DETAILS
POSITIONS TO BE FILLED FROM THE ELIGIBILITY LIST TO BE ESTABLISHED FROM THIS RECRUITMENT:
(1) Permanent positions - up to 6.0 hrs/day
Work Year Length: School-Term (206 days/year - late August to mid June),
(2) Substitute/On-Call
THE ELIGIBILITY LIST WILL BE VALID FOR 6 MONTHS
APPLICATION PROCESS
Complete the on-line application by clicking the "Apply" link above. Do not abbreviate job titles for yourself or employers. All pertinent employment with a Temporary Agency must indicate frequency and length of assignment. Prior to submitting your application, verify it reflects all relevant experience and education.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
1. Training and Experience Evaluation - Pass/Fail
Applications will be screened for best qualified applicants to compete in the competitive examination process.
For those passing the Training and Experience Evaluation (notified after the recruitment closing date):
2. General Fitness Exam – Date: TBD
The General Fitness Exam will consist of an on-line multiple choice examination assessing fundamental knowledge for the position.
For those passing the General Fitness / Performance Examination:
3. Structured Oral Interview – Date TBD
The Structured Oral Interview will be before a panel and contain questions that assess technical knowledge, experience, and one's general fitness for successful performance in the position.
A total score will be computed using weighted scores on all testing components. Applicants must receive a passing score on the oral examination to be placed on the year-long eligibility list. The top 3 ranks (scores) on the eligibility list are eligible for the hiring interview for each vacancy in this classification within the life of the list.
BASIC FUNCTION
Under the immediate supervision of an assigned school administrator and general direction of a classroom teacher, assists in implementing instructional education programs for students who are medically fragile, with varied support needs, and performing specialized medical procedures as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICIS BETWEEN RELATED JOB CLASSES
Positions in the Paraeducator II job classification provide instructional and physical assistance to students who are developing the foundation for progressive mastery of reading, writing, and mathematics, while also having significant medical conditions requiring ongoing support and administration of specialized medical procedures.
- All duties performed by a Paraeducator I may also be performed by a Paraeducator II
- Paraeducator I positions will primarily provide non-intrusive medical health assistance, and/or emergency specialized medical support, whereas a Paraeducator II may provide intrusive medical assistance, including daily specialized medical support.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists teacher(s) with implementation of students' IEP goals and objectives through instruction and a wide variety of prescribed activities; reinforces classroom instruction through follow-up learning activities; provides additional tutoring to students in academic subject areas as assigned.
Supports student medical needs by performing assigned medical procedures and health related interventions according to established guidelines and protocols, and as directed by professional medical staff, including catheterization, NG tube feeding, changing tracheotomy tubes and ties, machine suctioning, colostomy/ileostomy care, gastrostomy feeding, mechanical ventilation, nasal cannula, oxygen supplementation, syringe suctioning and related procedures.
Provide primary care to students with physical handicaps requiring assistance with feeding, toileting and diapering, dressing (e.g. change of soiled clothing) and other related needs. Assist students in developing cognitive, gross and fine motor, feeding and self-help adaptive skills based on the curriculum and developmental plans established by speech and physical therapists, psychologists, special education teachers and other specialists.
Establish and maintain daily documentation of specialized physical health care services and procedures, including administration of medication.
Assists in gathering, assembling, and preparing various instructional materials and learning aides for delivering classroom instruction and related activities.
Provides assistance with classroom, outdoor playground, cafeteria, and field trip travel supervision; ensures students are not leaving designated areas.
May lift and/or assist in lifting students in and out of wheelchairs, braces, and varied orthopedic equipment, including assistance with performing manual tasks, getting on/off the school bus, and other positioning or locomotion needs.
Confers with teacher(s), and other school personnel as appropriate, regarding programs and materials to meet student need.
Directs students to engage safely in learning activities and school functions, and assists in shaping of appropriate social behaviors.
Respond to emergency life threatening situations by administering to students' first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or other life-sustaining efforts until paramedics or other medical assistance is available.
Complete accident and incident reports on as needed basis; and may assist a school nurse in updating and maintaining medical records.
Assists the teacher with behavior management and intervention plans; may record behavior incidents.
Applies approved behavior intervention techniques to maintain student safety as required.
Assesses crisis situations and intervenes to defuse situations using conflict resolution, crisis intervention, restraints, or assisting staff as appropriate;
Assists students with personal care such as washing, grooming, toileting, and diaper changing.
Assists in keeping classroom neat, clean, and safe; assists in developing and maintaining the classroom learning environment that enhances student learning.
Reinforces functional academic concepts with music, puppets, big books and devices.
Collaborates with other service providers such as speech and adaptive physical education specialist.
Assists in hand-over-hand activities with students with limited fine motor skills.
Assists with proctoring assessments, grading assignments and assisting in library research;
Under the direct supervision and observation of a certificated staff, assists students with taking medication under prescribed policies and procedures.
May rides with students on the bus which transports the students to and from school and assists students in moving to and from activities on school site or campus.
Attends in-services and staff meetings as required
May assists the teacher with routine classroom clerical tasks such as making photocopies and preparing and assembling classroom materials
May accompany students in vocational training setting and/or on community outings.
Maintains confidentiality of student information in accordance with legal requirements and policies
Performs other related duties as required
MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS
ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High school diploma or an equivalent. Completion of at least two years of study (48 units) at an institution of higher education, or Associates or higher degree highly desirable.
Experience: One year of experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults in an organizational setting. Experience working with individuals with special developmental needs is desirable.
Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements
Valid California Class C Driver's License
JOB COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation;
Basic mathematical concepts appropriate to supporting school instruction;
Non-violent crisis intervention techniques and principles;
Fundamentals in classroom behavior management and support;
Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct;
Child guidance and adolescent development principles and practices;
Applicable laws, codes, policies and regulations related to assigned activities.
Ability to:
Maintain professional integrity, respect, empathy, and patience with students having a wide range of physical and cognitive disabilities
Provide physical care and communicate effectively with students with special needs from age 3 to 22
Assist in lifting and moving students who may wear heavy braces, use wheelchairs, and other orthopedic devices
Learn and apply behavior management and intervention techniques
Communicate effectively in the English language, both orally and in writing
Show composure and clear thinking in emergencies and under stressful circumstances;
Adapt quickly to new students and to changes in IEPs
Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with students and staff
Recognize and report safety hazards
Learn, understand, and apply applicable laws, rules, practices, and procedures
Learn to use specialized instructional technologies
Model communication and interaction that respect and include all individuals and their languages, abilities, religions, and cultures
Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines;
Use tact and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive, complex and/or confidential issues and situations;
Nondiscrimination in Employment
The CVUSD Governing Board is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (BP 0410). Any applicant who attempts to directly contact individual Board Members with the intent of influencing the deciaion of the Board will be considered disqualified from candidacy for this position.