Paraeducator I - Windsor Middle School

Paraeducator I - Windsor Middle School at Windsor Unified School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 4/20/2026 Contact Madeline Cleaver 707-837-7737 8114 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $20.12 - $22.21 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Depending upon experience Length of Work Year 10 months - 6.0 hours per day Employment Type Part Time About the Employer Windsor Unified School District Nondiscrimination in Employment Statement The Governing Board is determined to provide district employees and job applicants a safe, positive environment where they are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment or intimidation, and freedom from any fear of reprisal or retribution for asserting their employment rights in accordance with law. The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employee or job applicant on the basis of the person's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Job Summary Job Summary This position is for the 2026-2027 school year that starts on August 13, 2026.

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Monday through Friday from 8:15 am. to 2:45 pm. Job Description /

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WINDSOR UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE

Paraeducator

I DEFINITION

Under the general direction of the site administrator and Special Education Coordinator, and in cooperation with the classroom teacher(s), performs the necessary duties to assist in a specialized education area with students who have minimal behavior, physical and/or medical needs.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following are typical duties and responsibilities for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed below.

• Assists the classroom teacher in maintaining classroom control and in assigned instructional areas to designated students. Interacts with students, encourages their performance, observes progress, and meets instructional needs as they arise
• Works with students in small groups or on a one-to-one basis, to reinforce basic skills or to supplement classroom work
• Assists in classroom management
• Shares observations of students with the classroom teacher(s)
• Under the direction of certificated personnel, assists in various aspects of program implementation and classroom work, including administering tests, correcting and grading student work, and the recording of information
• Participation in staff meetings, conferences, and other trainings
• Assists in the preparation of materials and lesson plans
• Obtains supplies and necessary equipment for classroom activities
• Assists in a variety of activities related to the daily operations of the classroom, such as roll call, lunch count, absences, and out-of-classroom errands
• Assists physically handicapped students with their equipment (wheelchairs, scooters,walkers, etc.)
• Monitors individual progress of students and discusses problems and improvements with teacher(s)
• Participate in student related and/or teacher meetings, when requested
• Maintains confidential informational and operational records and files
• Under direction of classroom teacher, communicate regularly with parents/guardians
• May be responsible for feeding, toileting, dressing, and assisting students in independent skills development
• Maintains necessary records, including data collection and copying materials.
• Performs other related work as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Methods and attitudes required in working with children who have specialized needs
• Correct English usage, punctuation, spelling and grammar, and basic math
• Routine record keeping
• Safe work practices and proper lifting techniques

ABILITY TO

• Facilitate individual student development
• Assist special need students in developing peer relationships
• Successfully perform the physical requirements of the position
• Understand the needs of physically, emotionally and educationally challenged students
• Maintain the confidentiality of school related information
• Maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• Related positively to students, staff, and the public
• Learn and follow the practice, rules, and regulations of the District and to the school to which assigned
• Lift up to fifty pounds on a regular basis and occasionally lift in excess of fifty pounds

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

• At least two (2) years experience working in an educational setting which provides direct instruction to students

EDUCATION

• High School diploma or equivalent. (California law requires that all instructional assistants (aides) pass proficiency tests in reading, language usage and math, equivalent to a graduating senior of the attendance area high school.)
• Red Cross recognized first aid certificate or successful completion of a first aid course within three (3) months after employment
• Possess or obtain CPR certificate Page 3 Paraeducator

I DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Training and/or experience in working with special needs students
• Ability to communicate in Spanish

PHYSICAL DEMANDS WORK POSITION

(PERCENTAGE OF TIME):

Standing:

Frequently Walking :

Frequently Sitting:

Frequently

BODY MOVEMENT

(FREQUENCY): None (0) Limited (1) Occasional (2) Frequent (3) Very Frequent (4)

Lifting:

3

Bending:

3 Pushing and/or

Pulling:

1

Reaching Overhead:

2

Kneeling or Squatting:

2 LIFTING

REQUIREMENTS

None (0) Limited (1) Occasional (2) Frequent (3) Very Frequent (4) 0-10 lbs.: 3 11-25 lbs: 2 26-50 lbs.: 2 51-75 lbs.: 2 w/ assistance 76-100lbs.: 1 w/ assistance Requirements / Qualifications This position requires a pre-placement physical, fingerprinting and CPR/First aid. CPR/First Aid can be obtained during the first 3 months of employment. Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation ((Three)) Resume Requirements / Qualifications This position requires a pre-placement physical, fingerprinting and CPR/First aid. CPR/First Aid can be obtained during the first 3 months of employment. Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation ((Three)) Resume Comments and Other Information Paraeducator I needed for Windsor Middle School. This is an on-going position. The schedule is Monday-Friday, 6.0 hours per day, 8:15 am - 2:45 pm. Please contact the WUSD District Office at 707-837-7700 if you have any questions. Comments and Other Information Paraeducator I needed for Windsor Middle School. This is an on-going position. The schedule is Monday-Friday, 6.0 hours per day, 8:15 am - 2:45 pm. Please contact the WUSD District Office at 707-837-7700 if you have any questions. Links Related To This Job Nondiscrimination Statement CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits

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