Position Type:
Support Staff - Paraprofessional/Site/Special Education Paraprofessional Date Posted:
2/9/2024 Location:
Pomona Elementary School Date Available:
As Soon As Possible Closing Date:
02/16/2024 Position Title: Special Education Paraprofessional - Affective Needs - Limited Term
Non-Exempt Site: Pomona Elementary School
Direct Supervisor : Building Principal
Contracted Length Term: 180 Days - Para: SpecEd, Comp, Class. Calendar
Salary Schedule: Building Level Support - Non Exempt (range $15.35 - $20.07/hr based on 23/24 salary schedule and related experience )
Start Date: As soon as possible - May 23, 2024 School Summary:
At Pomona we strive to Create a Positive Culture and Supportive Community with a focus on Learning and Growth for all students.
PES staff holds the following values in our approach to engaging students: We are in the business of kids. We problem solve and work to do what is best for the growth and development of our students. We are intentional in our work. We are a learning organization: Everyone at Pomona is a learner and will work with a growth mindset. We respect those we work with and serve. We find joy in learning and in the hard work we do! To learn more about Pomona, check out our website: Benefits
At MCSD, we care about our employees and their loved ones. Our benefits package consist of the following items: a variety of health insurance plans with employer contribution, including dental and vision insurance, Telehealth, a $50,000 life insurance policy with optional additional coverage, PERA retirement contribution, supplemental insurance options including pet insurance, no match tax shelter account options including 401K, 457(b), 403 (b) and Roth, before tax deductions and flexible spending options, paid leave options and holidays based upon the position, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Added perks: Great people to work with, professional development and advancement opportunities, and multiple wellness programs and incentives. Summary of Position:
Under supervision, to perform a variety of instructional activities; to assist in the conduct of intensified learning experiences; to perform routine clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel; to assist in managing health needs of individual students and to do other related work as required. Affective Needs/Serious Emotional Disability
A child with a Serious Emotional Disability shall have emotional or social functioning which prevents the child from receiving reasonable educational benefit from general education. Students with serious emotional disabilities are diverse learners with needs in the areas of: Social Skills Training (relationships, problem-solving, focusing, conflict resolution, self-advocating, building support systems) Emotional regulation training (impulse control, anger management, anxiety, and depression management, coping with trauma, increasing frustration tolerance) Behavioral supports (functional behavior assessments, behavior intervention plans, accommodations) Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assist instructional personnel with the presentation of learning materials and in the conduct of instructional exercises. Tutor individual students and small groups of students to reinforce and follow up learning activities. Monitor and assist students in drill, practice, and study activities as a follow-up to the presentation of instructional concepts by instructional personnel. Direct students into safe learning activities and functions and assist in the shaping of appropriate social behaviors. Assist in the management of student behavior through the use of positive strategies and techniques. Prepare and assist in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aids for use with individual or small groups of students. Maintain a variety of records and files, including confidential student records and information. Operate and assist students in the operation of a variety of instructional media machines and equipment. Assist in maintaining an orderly, attractive, and positive learning environment. May participate in parent conferences and other student progress report activities as requested. Assisting with the daily physical needs of students. This may require but not be limited to changing diapers, assisting in physical therapy, and feeding (oral and/or tube). Experience/Education:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill would be:
Experience :
Prefer One year of paid or volunteer experience working with groups of children.
Education :
High School Diploma
Desirable: Equivalent of 48 credit hours from an accredited college/university, an Associate's Degree from an accredited college/university, or proof of proficiency by passing a District accepted test. Knowledge of and Abilities:
Knowledge of : Basic concepts of child growth and development, and developmental behavior characteristics. Student behavior management strategies and techniques. Appropriate English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar. Basic arithmetic concepts. Routine record management, storage, and retrieval systems and procedures. Ability to : Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups. Communicate effectively in oral and written form in English and a second language, as required by the assignment. Perform routine clerical tasks and operate a variety of educational and office related machines and equipment. Be trained by District Nurses to perform a number of health-related activities. Learn to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of a positive educational environment. Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults. Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions. Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 5 to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. This type of work involves sitting, walking, and/or standing. Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather may occasionally be experienced. Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment, and handling and working with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job. CBI/FBI background clearance and a clean driving record. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.
