Short-Term Paraprofessional (Special Education)

Under the direction of an assigned administrator, assist with special education students and assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of Mild to Severe special education students and assist a certified teacher in reinforcing instruction to Special Day Class (SDC), Learning Center, Resource, Inclusion, or other non-severe special education students in a variety of settings. Assist in providing learning activities and meeting the special needs of assigned special education students in areas related to feeding, toileting, positioning, hygiene, motor skill, sensory and physical therapy functions; under the supervision of the school nurse monitor health conditions, and provide first aid. Assist in the implementation and instructional materials of individual education plans; assist in providing behavioral support and implementing behavior support and intervention plans, assist with individual assignments. To perform a variety of related duties to maintain a safe and positive learning environment in support of PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) both inside and outside of the classroom. To support students within a Special Day Class (SDC), Learning Center/Resource Specialist, Inclusion, and/or PBIS Co-Teaching Program Model. This position requires a high degree of positive contact with students in Special Education and on IEP’s as well as certificated staff and under the direction of a certificated teacher. Colfax Elementary School District is located just 5 minutes off Interstate 80 along the Bear River in the Sierra Nevada foothills just below the Tahoe National Forest. Our one-school campus serves students in grades TK-8 with about two classes per grade level. We are small enough that we know each other’s names but large enough to have excellent educational and enrichment opportunities for our students. At Colfax Elementary, we are committed to providing our children with superior academic instruction that aligns with 21st Century learning skills to build problem-solving, collaboration, critical thinking, and a global perspective. Our families, our staff, and the community partner to provide instructional programs that challenge, motivate and equip our students to be leaders in our world. At CESD, we are a team of creative and dynamic people who value one another as family and are connected by a shared belief in the success of our children. PLEASE PROVIDE: -Resume -3 Current Letters of Recommendation QUALIFICATIONS: -High school diploma -Preferred completion of at least one college course in the area of special education or attended at least six hours of in-service classes specifically related to special education. -Perform each essential duty satisfactorily LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: -Valid California driver’s license -TB Clearance -Criminal Justice fingerprint clearance

Salary : $17 - $18