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The Paraprofessional will be responsible for providing individual and small group instruction and behavior support for students with both special and typical learning needs in the general education environment including, but not limited to: the TK-12th grade classrooms and related activities. This position requires that you live in the state of California, preferably in the Central Valley. Some travel will be required.

The Paraprofessional accepts all of the responsibilities as prescribed by the Education Laws of the State of California, laws and regulations of the United States, statutes of the State of California, and the policies, rules, and regulations established by the Yosemite Valley Charter Schools Board of Trustees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: May perform any combination of the essential functions listed below. Duties may vary from school to school. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements.

• Provide direct support and services to students in TK-12th grade

• Instruct individual students or groups of students with teacher direction

• Assist credentialed teachers with instruction

• Utilize curricular materials and assessments for instruction and intervention as directed by teacher or administrator

• Modify curricula based on each student’s needs and IEP goals

• Help students complete assignments

• Provide supportive and corrective feedback to students during whole group, independent, and small group instruction

• Support the implementation of behavior intervention plans

• May assist with the logging of daily behavior data

• Meet with students online and in person in the absence of a teacher

• Assist students in the use of a variety of supplementary instructional materials including online learning programs, audiovisual equipment, and technology tools following the teacher’s plan

• Supervise students on field trips if needed

• Mediate student disputes and provide appropriate behavioral intervention as required and in accordance with school practices

• Help maintain data records and other records as needed

• Operate instructional technology associated with students’ instructional programs

• Gather, compile and prepare data for reports, conferences, and instructional meetings

• Participate in staff development programs as directed

• Prepare instructional materials and help students locate reference materials

• Train and support peers and parents/guardians to implement curriculum, utilize technology, and administer assessments

• Perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned, which may be changed at any time with or without notice

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Satisfactory completion of local and state school board assessments and certification

• Participation in additional professional development training, as needed

• Two (2) years previous experience as a paraprofessional, teaching assistant, or related position in service of students is desired

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal curriculum requirements for student grade levels

• Passage of the paraprofessional examination

SKILLS:

• Bilingual, Spanish fluency helpful, but not required

• Excellent oral and written communications skills

• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

• Impart encouragement to students and demonstrate patience when reviewing materials

• Ability to serve as a positive role model and mentor to all as need it.

• Ability to be a team player in all aspects of work

• Creative and innovative thinker and planner

• Proficient computer skills including Google and Microsoft programs

• Enthusiastic and faithful adherence to school philosophy, standards, and goals

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person, on Zoom or other virtual platform, or on the telephone; seeing to read a variety of documents; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate tech equipment; sitting for extended periods of time; bending, stooping or kneeling; lifting up to 20 pounds.

Sitting is done at the desk with forward bending from the waist, leaning on the forearms, and looking down which requires neck flexion. It is necessary to grasp and manipulate pens, markers, scissors, staplers, etc., either occasionally or frequently, depending on the day/task. May occasionally have to climb or balance on stepladders.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position works online as well as monthly meets with students and families. This position may also require in person presence at school park days and other field trip activities, as assigned.