2021-22 SPED Para Educator/Personal Care Desert Shadows MS
Company: Paradise Valley Unified School District
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: June 10, 2021
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Job Description:
Job Description SPED Para Educator/Personal Care Location: Desert Shadows Middle School Interim 9 Months; 6.75 Hours per Day Start Date: August 9, 2021 Purpose Statement The job of Para Educator - Personal Care is done for the
purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program with
specific responsibility for working with special need students
one-on-one; following educational and specific behavioral plans;
and reporting students' daily activities. This job reports to Teacher and/or Site Administrator Essential Functions Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under
the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of
supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives. Assists medically fragile, physically disabled, or
developmentally delayed students (e.g. diapering, tube feeding,
etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students' personal
hygiene. Communicates with teacher/s and a variety of health care
professionals (e.g. Speech Therapist, PTs, COTAs, etc.) for the
purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP
objectives. Documents student's daily activities (e.g. behavior, completed
assignments, on/off task times, etc.) for the purpose of completing
daily logs and student's hourly activities. Evaluates situations involving other staff, students, parents,
the public, etc. for the purpose of taking action and/or providing
referral for resolution. Implements under the supervision of assigned teacher, behavioral
plans designed by IEP team for students with behavior disorders or
other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and/or
reinforcing learning concepts. Maintains manual and electronic files and/or records for the
purpose of providing written reference; and/or meeting mandated
requirements. Models conversation, manners, clean up activities, listening,
job skills, and everyday interactions for the purpose of
demonstrating appropriate social behavior in a culturally sensitive
manner. Monitors student's daily schedule and behavior plan (e.g. class
schedule, work schedule, personal hygiene, etc.) for the purpose of
maintaining a safe and positive learning environment. Provides, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instruction
to the student (e.g. math, science, reading, behavioral skills,
daily living skills, writing, verbal skills, job skills, etc.) for
the purpose of implementing IEP goals; assisting in adapting to
mainstream classroom/s and/or work place; and ensuring students
success. Remains with student at all times for the purpose of providing
for the safety of student, removing student when necessary and
de-escalating situations outside the classroom. Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving
immediate safety concerns. Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of
ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work
unit. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential
need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily
perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety
practices; preparing and maintaining accurate records; physical
restraint practices. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including
calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a
variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats,
and/or present information to others; and understand complex,
multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based
competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of
the job include: age appropriate activities when working with high
risk youth; concepts of grammar and punctuation; methods of
instruction and training. ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather and/or
collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is
required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work
with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate
equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to
work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of
data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem
solving is required to identify issues and create action plans.
Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of
guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to
moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to
satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
establishing and maintaining effective working relationships;
communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality;
working as part of a team; working with frequent interruptions;
maintaining a good rapport with students, employees and
community. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using
standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating
others; There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the
organization's services. Work Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's
functions require the following physical demands: significant
lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and
balancing, significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or
crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job
requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. The job is
performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury
and/or illness and in a clean atmosphere. Experience: Job related experience is required. Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Equivalency: Required Testing Certificates and Licenses CPR Certificate First Aid Certificate Continuing Educ./Training CPI Certificate Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses Clearances Criminal Background Clearance FLSA Status - Non Exempt Primary Location: Desert Shadows MS Shift Type: 6.75 hrs/day
Keywords: Paradise Valley Unified School District, Scottsdale , 2021-22 SPED Para Educator/Personal Care Desert Shadows MS, Other , Scottsdale, Arizona
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