Paraeducator (substitute)

Salary: $19.17 - $21.12 Hourly
Location : Oxnard, CA
Job Type: Classified Limited-Term
Job Number: 23-24:71
Department: CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL
Opening Date: 11/16/2023
Closing Date: 3/1/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
Description
We have multiple opportunities for hire immediately!
These positions are on-call, as needed, to fill in for employee day-to-day absences, and to cover vacancies or limited-term assignments. Assignment schedules and sites may differ.
Substitute/Temporary Paraeducator General Education - $19.17/hour
Typical shifts are 2-5.75 hours a day between the hours of 7:30am-3:00pm
Substitute/Temporary Paraeducator Special Education - $21.12/hour
Typical shifts are 2-5.75 hours a day between the hours of 7:30am-3:00pm
Paraeducators work under the direction of a teacher or other certificated employee and assist in providing instructional reinforcement, preparing instructional materials, and maintaining a safe and clean learning environment.
Please note: if you do not attach or submit any proof of education, you will be DISQUALIFIED from this recruitment. You may submit official or unofficial transcripts, copy of diploma, etc.
Examples of Duties
Substitute/Temporary Paraeducator General Education

1. Reinforce instruction to individuals or small groups of students as directed by teacher.
2. Assist in the supervision of students with specialized needs in the classroom, outdoor playground, cafeteria, and other District School location areas.
3. Prepare materials for classroom and instructional use; administer, correct, and record test results; maintain student profiles and other records of students as requested; perform a variety of clerical duties.
4. Assist teacher in establishing and maintaining a safe and sanitary environment; may pick up lunches and assist with the feeding of children.
5. Assist in lifting pupils in and out of wheelchairs, braces and other orthopedic equipment; ensure all assistance is provided in a safe manner.
6. Assist in positioning pupils and in rendering various forms of personal care, such as toileting and diapering.
7. Assist children in dressing and undressing, bathing, and grooming as needed.
8. Assist children in and out of buses; accompany or assist children to and from school buses, and in moving to and from activities on the school site.
9. Provide children with an appropriate learning environment in order for students to develop skills and knowledge; set appropriate limits for behavior and apply positive behavior techniques as directed.
10. May perform other duties, as trained, to assist physically handicapped children with emergency care, and other related forms of personal health care.
11. Observe and control behavior of assigned child in individual and group settings; report any concerns to teacher or site.
12. Confer, as needed, with teacher or site administrator on special issues of assigned child.
13. For positions designated bilingual, translate a variety of written materials from English to a second language and from that language into English; interpret and facilitate communication between staff and non-English speaking students and parents.
14. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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Substitute/Temporary Paraeducator Special Education

1. Reinforce instruction for a classroom, and individual or small groups of students as directed by the teacher.
2. Under the direction of a teacher and in conformity with students' IEP goals and objectives, follows and implements associated treatment plans and protocols.
3. Assist individual or small groups with academic skills; listen to and reinforce instruction to individual in reading, spelling, math, social studies and other subjects.
4. Provide services to students with specialized needs; assist students who require personal and health care; may provide assistance with personal hygiene and other needs.
5. Observe and control behavior of students inside or outside of classroom according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior to teacher; assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude, and general guidance.
6. Assist in lifting pupils in and out of wheelchairs, braces, and other orthopedic equipment; ensure all assistance is provided in a safe manner; assist in positioning pupils and in rendering various forms of personal care, such as toileting and diapering; assist children in dressing, bathing, and grooming as needed.
7. Assist children in and out of buses; accompany or assist children to and from school buses and in moving to and from activities on the school site.
8. May perform other duties as trained, to assist physically handicapped children such as suctioning to clear air passages, gastronomy tube feeding, catheterization, colostomy and ileostomy care, oxygen administration and flow monitoring, emergency care, and other related forms of personal health care.
9. May assist students and teachers in the use of instructional software and related peripherals.
10. Prepare materials for classroom and instructional use and set up work areas, displays, and exhibits; operate a variety of educational equipment as needed.
11. Confer with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet students' needs.
12. Ensure the health and safety of students by following all health and safety rules; conduct general clean-up of work site.
13. Perform a variety of clerical duties such as preparation of instructional materials, administer, correct and record test results; take roll, maintain student profiles and other records of students as requested; maintain confidential student records and files.
14. Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly learning environment.
15. If assigned to the Infant Program, may travel to and interpret for non-English speaking parents/family members.
16. For positions designated bilingual, translate a variety of written materials from English to a second language and from that language into English; interpret and facilitate communication between staff and non-English speaking students and parents.
17. Perform CPR and First Aid as required.
18. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

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Employment Standards
Entrance qualifications:
Consistent with the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015, No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 and other related legislation, paraprofessionals working in a program supported with Title I funds must meet the following standards:
The equivalent of graduation from high school and one of the following:

1. Completion of at least two years of study (48 semester units or 60 quarter units) at an institution of higher education; Or
2. Attainment of an Associate of Arts degree or higher degree; Or
3. Meeting a rigorous standard of quality by receiving a passing score in an examination administered by the Personnel Commission which demonstrates the knowledge and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics.

**For your application to be considered you MUST attach PROOF of EDUCATION:

• Minimum of completion of high school or any higher education
• Unofficial transcripts or copies are acceptable (official transcripts or diplomas aren't required)

Supplemental Information
No benefits assigned
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Education and Training: Consistent with the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015, No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 and other related legislation, paraprofessionals working in a program supported with Title I funds must meet the following standards: The equivalent of graduation from high school and one of the following:-Completion of at least two years of study (48 semester units or 60 quarter units) at an institution of higher education; Or-Attainment of an Associate of Arts degree or higher degree; Or-Meeting a rigorous standard of quality by receiving a passing score in an examination administered by the Personnel Commission which demonstrates the knowledge and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics.In order to qualify for this position, you MUST attach PROOF OF EDUCATION for ONE of the following education requirements to your application.Please note: if you do not attach or submit any proof of education, you will be DISQUALIFIED from this recruitment. You may submit official or unofficial transcripts, copy of diploma, etc.Do you understand?

• Yes
• No

02
Please select your highest level of education completed. Proof of education must be attached to the application submitted.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education; equivalent to 48 semester units or 60 quarter units
• Associate of Arts degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree or higher
• I have not completed high school or equivalent. I understand I will be disqualified.

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In order to qualify for this position, you MUST attach PROOF OF EDUCATION.Please note: if you do not attach or submit any proof of education, you will be DISQUALIFIED from this recruitment. You may submit official or unofficial transcripts, copy of diploma, etc.Have you attached the required documents?

• Yes
• No

04
The Paraeducator Special Education position may require you to perform the following duties. Please read the statements below and state that you either agree or do not agree with the statement at the end. Duties: 1. Lift and restrain student weighing up to 50 lbs. unassisted or over 50 lbs. with assistance. 2. Clean up bodily fluids (i.e. vomit, blood, urine, saliva, mucus). 3. Assist a child with bathroom needs including wiping student and changing diapers. 4. Work with children who are severely orthopedically impaired and have a physical disability that slows down or prevents normal physical and motor development thereby interfering with skill development. 5. Work with children who have health problems which may include heart conditions, chronic lung disease, tuberculosis, rheumatic fever, nephritis, asthma, sickle cell anemia, hemophilia, epilepsy, lead poisoning, leukemia, diabetes, genetic impairments, attention deficit disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or other illness. 6. Work with children who have autism which is a developmental disability that affects how a child processes and responds to information, which may result in limited ability to understand, communicate, learn, and participate in social relationships. 7. Work with children who are mentally impaired and may have a significantly low IQ and considerable problems in adapting to everyday life. 8. Work with children who are SED (seriously emotionally disturbed) and typically display a constant pattern of deliberate refusal to meet even minimum standards of behavior. Do you certify that you are willing and able to perform all duties listed above with or without reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

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This brings you to the end of your application. Before submitting your application, please make sure you have done the following:1. Read the job description and understand the position you are applying for2. Read the Employment Standards and meet the required experience and education requirements listed and clearly state your relevant experience and education on your application, including any proof of education required (this standard will be used to screen ALL applications received)3. You have completed all sections of the application and answered all questions thoroughly.

• I certify that I have read this notice and understand the instructions provided.

Required Question