Paraprofessional I Secondary Pool (Special Education)

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QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily at a primary or secondary level dependent upon the job location. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. High School Diploma or equivalent; and one of the following: a. Completed two years of study (48 semester units) at an institution of higher education; b. Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree; or c. Met a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (or, as appropriate, reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness). Prior experience with students or persons with unique needs preferred.

KNOWLEDGE OF: Child guidance principles and practices related to children with special education needs. Methods for effective cooperation with teachers, staff and adults. Modern office equipment practices and techniques. General methods of education and tutoring of students of various age groups. General needs, learning styles, and behavior of students. Child development theory and principles. Basic techniques to motivate students and manage student behavior. Safe work practices. Correct usage of English, reading, grammar, composition and vocabulary. Arithmetic, mathematics and related calculations as well as general education classes based on grade level. Overseeing and monitoring students. Able to work independently with students on various grade level subjects i.e. (Math, History, Science, English, etc.). Planning and working with a variety of instructional programs. Record-keeping techniques and filing.

ABILITY TO: Reinforce instruction to individual or small group’s special education students as directed by the teacher. With proper training, the ability to use district-approved de-escalation strategies on an as-needed basis. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and the implementation of individual education and/or intervention plans. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Supervise students according to approved policies and procedures. Project a mature, constructive, stable, and healthy attitude with students in a learning environment. Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude towards students. Observe health and safety regulations Perform clerical duties such as filing, duplicating, and maintaining routine records. Learn the procedures, functions, and limitations of assigned duties. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment. Maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the performance of required duties. Interact effectively and sensitively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Maintain confidentiality of student and school information. Ability to learn instructional terminology, program philosophies, concepts, materials, methods, and procedures. The Milpitas Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying, including discrimination against an individual or group, on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, color, national origin, sex (including sexual harassment), age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, actual or potential marital or parental status, pregnancy, actual or potential family status, physical or mental disability, nationality, race or ethnicity, ethnic group identification, medical condition; 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.