Classified: Paraprofessional III - ESS

B DESCRIPTION � Paraprofessional III- ESS

TITLE: Paraprofessional III- ESS                                    FTE: 0.875

FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt                                    HOURS PER DAY: 7                                   

WORK CALENDAR:  195 days                        

COMPENSATION: Classified Non Exempt Compensation Guide (Starting at $18.85/hour) 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To assist the teacher in providing the care, welfare, and safety of the students. Assist in maintaining appropriate classroom activities and environment in order that students may learn effectively. Tutors students with special needs; maintains files and records as directed. Assists students with special physical needs
2. Assists with learning activities within the general education and/or special education classroom
3. Monitors classroom assignments given by the teacher
4. Maintains confidential classroom student files and records
5. Assists with inventory and accounting procedures of special education classroom materials
6. Assists with the implementation of instruction modifications per the Individualized Education Plan
7. Communicates with teachers and parents regarding the students' needs and progress
8. Assists with the medical needs of students
9. Assists teachers during field trips
10. Assists with student testing
11. Prepares materials for classroom use
12. Assists nurse with vision and hearing screenings
13. May accompany the teacher on home visits or homebound instruction
14. Assists with oral hygiene and personal hygiene (e.g., change diapers, feminine hygiene, and clothing as needed)
15. Assists students with feeding as necessary
16. Positions students from wheelchair to chair, toilet, etc.
17. Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, staff, parents and school issues
18. Provide a welcoming atmosphere for students, staff, parents and community
19. Perform responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner 
20. Maintain punctual and regular attendance
21. Perform other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Education / Certificate

1. Associate of Arts degree or paraprofessional certification required

2. Must obtain and maintain CPR and first aid certification

3. Must sign an AHCSS Provider Participation Agreement and obtain a provider number as required

4. Must have and maintain a valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Experience

1. Prior experience working with special needs children desired

2. Must be 21 years of age or older upon hire

Communication Skills

1. Must possess a positive attitude toward students, teachers, staff and parents/guardians

2. Must possess the ability to take and follow directions

3. Must be proficient in the use of the English language, both verbal and written

4. Must possess a warmth and understanding for special needs students

Computer Skills

 1. Must possess basic computing and clerical skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

1. Must be able to push, pull or lift weights up to 50 pounds

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an emplo