Special Education Paraprofessional

Now Hiring….Join Us! Located in beautiful southeast Arizona, Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking

PARAPROFESSIONAL - SPECIAL EDUCATION ADULT AND PROGRAM SUPPORT

to join our PreK-12 team! Five Schools…One Goal….Student Achievement! Build Your Future with Arizona State Retirement! Competitive salaries & benefits. Holidays. Leave. Employer contribution medical insurance, Dental, Vision.• Employer paid group term life insurance.•Subject to eligibility requirements.

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WWW.SVUSD68.ORG • 520-515-2760 Sierra Vista Unified School District is an integral part of the community and takes great pride in providing the largest PreK-12 offering of unique and personalized learning opportunities in the region, full extracurricular offerings, and other experiences to enhance the quality of the education and the lives of the students in the District.

QUALIFICATIONS

An Associate's Degree or 60 college credits or State/Local ParaPro Assessment test required Previous experience working with youth preferred Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification Ability to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card Under the supervision of the classroom teacher and building Administrator, provide direct support to students with disabilities to assist with a wide range of IEP-related services so they may reach their highest potential within the academic setting. Assist student in classroom activities to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement of IEP objectives, etc. Accompany and assist student throughout the school day as necessitated by the IEP and monitor behaviors for behavior plans. Work one-on-one and in small groups with student on specific needs. Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task. Assist teacher in modifying student assignments as needed. May assist and train student in activities of daily living as needed, including diapering/toileting, feeding, hygiene, dressing, and mobility. Be knowledgeable of the basic course content for student; and, the educational goals and objectives for each assigned student. May perform medical tasks as assigned under the direction or instruction of licensed medical providers (nurses) including, but not limited to catheterizations, care of trachea tubes, gastric tube feeding, etc. Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students. View Full Job Description and Apply Now! www.applitrack.com/SVUSD/onlineapp/ The Sierra Vista Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Sierra Vista Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 3305 E. Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista AZ, 85635 or 520-515-2700.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.85 - $17.35 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Experience working with students: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

ability to obtain a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (Required)

Work Location:

In person