| Location | Gilbert, AZ |
JOB
DESCRIPTION
Paraprofessional
Specialist
MD
SCILLS
Purpose Statement The purpose of a Paraprofessional Specialist LIFE/MD Secondary is to assist with the supervision, care, and instruction, including adapting assignments
and
materials,
of
secondary
students
with
complex
special
needs
under
the
direction
of
a
certified
teacher
in
secondary
classroom
settings.
Additionally,
staff
in
this
position
assist
with
the
provision
of
services
for
special
health
care,
including
feeding,
suctioning,
g-tube
feedings,
diapering,
toileting,
personal
hygiene
care,
positioning,
lifting,
transfers,
and/or
behavioral
needs.
Essential Functions
Assists
adolescent/young
adult
special
education
students
requiring
daily
care
(e.g.,
toileting,
diapering,
personal
hygiene
care,
feeding,
dressing,
suctioning,
tube
feeding,
lifting,
positioning,
transfers,
etc.)
for
the
purpose
of
providing
appropriate
care
of
medically
fragile
and/or
physically
handicapped
adolescent
and
young
adult
students
and/or
developing
student's
daily
living
and
behavioral
skills.
Supports
the
implementation
of
a
positive
plan
of
action
to
address
specific
student
issues
and
helps
them
to
process
behaviors.
Adapts
classroom
activities,
assignments
and/or
materials
under
the
direction
of
the
teacher
for
the
purpose
of
providing
an
opportunity
for
all
special
education
students
to
participate
in
classroom
activities.
Confers
with
teachers
on
a
regular
basis
for
the
purpose
of
assisting
in
the
documentation
of
special
education
student
progress
and/or
implementing
IEP
objectives.
Follows
direction
and
guidance
of
appropriate
therapist(s)
for
the
purpose
of
providing
carry-over
of
therapy
routines
and/or
strategies.
Supports
instruction
taught
by
a
teacher
for
individuals
or
small
groups
for
the
purpose
of
meeting
learning
goals,
as
described
by
an
IEP
and/or
district
benchmarks.
Implements
behavioral
plans
designed
by
the
IEP
team
for
students
for
the
purpose
of
assisting
in
meeting
special
education
students
needs
and
providing
a
consistent
environment.
Develops,
adapts
and/or
maintains
instructional
materials
and
assistive
technology
materials
to
facilitate
student
communication
and
learning.
Monitors
special
education
students
throughout
the
school
day
for
the
purpose
of
providing
a
safe
and
positive
learning
environment.
Participates
as
a
provider
in
the
recording,
reporting,
and
gathering
of
data
for
the
MIPS
program
for
the
purpose
of
meeting
MIPS
requirements.
Performs
necessary
record
keeping
as
assigned
by
classroom
teacher,
for
the
purpose
of
supporting
the
teacher
in
providing
necessary
records/materials
relative
to
IEP
needs
and
services.
Responds
to
emergency
situations
for
the
purpose
of
resolving
immediate
safety
concerns
in
a
safe
and
timely
manner.
Other Functions
Assists
other
personnel
as
may
be
required
for
the
purpose
of
supporting
them
in
the
completion
of
their
work
activities.
Attends
meetings
and
in-service
presentations
for
the
purpose
of
acquiring
and/or
conveying
information
relative
to
job
functions.
Performs
other
duties
as
assigned.
Job
Requirements Mental Requirements Learning Development- Level B Sufficient to read and write technical information and instructions, perform basic arithmetic calculations, understand
commonly
used
procedures
and
methods,
or
operate
equipment
that
requires
some
training.
Learning
development
is
equivalent
to
completion
of
a
high
school
curriculum. Problem Solving - Level 1 Work situations are routine and regularly recurring, requiring attention and concentration, but limited discretion, consideration,
and
planning
to
adequately
respond
and
carry
out
work
activities.
Physical Requirements Physical Skill - Level B Some learned physical skill is required. Certain coordinated finger, limb, or body movements must be performed in the course
of
regular
work
routines.
These
can
usually
be
learned
and
competency
developed
on
the
job
over
a
relatively
short
period
of
time. Physical Effort - Level 2 Job requires light physical effort as a part of regular work routine, such as frequent standing and walking; frequent lifting, guiding,
and/or
carrying
of
light-weight
materials
or
equipment;
occasional
periods
of
sustained
effort.
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Social Requirements Human Relations Skill- Level B Job requires patience in communication and well-developed verbal skills to exchange technical or complex information
with
individuals
or
small,
informal
groups.
Skills
in
establishing
harmonious
relationships
and
gaining
cooperation
are
important. Scope of Contacts - Level 1 The important job contacts are with peers in the immediate work group and immediate supervisor. Occasional contact with
individuals
outside
the
organization
may
occur.
Work Environment Performance Environment - Level B Work pressure, disturbances of work flow, and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent
basis.
Changes
in
the
performance
environment
require
occasional
upgrading
of
skills. Physical Working Conditions - Level 4 Extensive and continuous exposure to hazardous conditions. Dangerous work situations. High likelihood of serious
injury
or
illness
if
proper
precautions
are
not
taken.
highly
undesirable
assignments.
Accountability Level of Accountability -Level B Responsible for producing journey-level work output on an independent basis subject to supervisory direction and review. Organizational Impact - Level 1 Work results impact the immediate work section with little effect beyond. Responsible for results or services that facilitate
the
work
of
others
in
a
specific
workgroup.
Experience, Education, and Certifications Experience: Job-related experience is desired. Education: Highschool diploma or equivalent Certifications/Clearances: Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed. CPR/ First Aid Certificate. Compensation Details FLSA Status : Non Exempt Pay Schedule : Hourly - Grade 112 Work Calendar : Support 9 Month
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Mar 13, 2024