Special Education Paraeducator

MILL RIVER UNIFIED UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB POSTING & DESCRIPTION POSITION: SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR ___________________________________________________________________________________ POSITION TITLE: Special Education Paraeducator, 1.0 FTE LOCATION: Mill River Union High School (location subject to change based on need) SUPERVISED BY: Director and Assistant Director of Student Services in collaboration with Building Principals BASIC FUNCTION: To provide developmental, academic, and behavioral support services to eligible students WORKS WITH: Students, Teachers, Administration QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Ability to interact effectively, including written and verbal interactions, with students and co-workers. 2. Ability to take direction and feedback when provided, and to work independently when needed. 3. Ability to implement a variety of developmental, academic, and behavioral supports under the supervision/direction of licensed p personnel and administration. 4. Must possess an Associates’ Degree or the equivalent; or the ability to pass an academic competency assessment prior to beginning employment. 5. Willingness to transport students (using district-provided vehicles and school insurance) is strongly preferred. 6. Willingness to be assigned for work amongst all campuses within the MRUUSD is required. 7. Must comply with all requirements relating to fingerprinting and criminal background checks. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Provide direct support to eligible students to meet their developmental, academic, and behavioral needs in accordance with an educational plan and supervision/direction from licensed personnel. 2. Manage any and all behavioral challenges using positive and proactive approaches. 3. Complete district-mandated trainings, workshops, and Professional Development opportunities as directed. 4. Assist with data-collection tasks as assigned by staff. 5. Complete Medicaid billing as required. 6. Other responsibilities as assigned.