Substitute: Para-Educator (2024-25)

Job Description QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma & 48 college units OR High School Diploma & ParaProfessional Test (ParaPro or CODESP) To schedule the CODESP with a member of the Talent department, please email recruitment@ousd.org REQUIREMENTS FOR HIRE All applicants must: Complete application for this position (including 2 references) Successfully complete an interview with a member of the Substitute Office or Recruitment team To expedite hire processing, candidates may gather the following materials: Negative TB test current within past 60 days Sealed copies of all college transcripts Valid Driver's License, ID card, Permanent Residency Card or current US passport Social Security Card (no copies) All hires are contingent on applicant passing criminal background check. DESCRIPTION BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students in an assigned educational program; assist children with meeting the goals and objectives of their Individualized Education Plan (IEP); attend to the physical and health needs of students; monitor and report student progress regarding educational performance; perform a variety of clerical and supportive duties related to classroom activities and classroom management. This position is distinguished from other student support roles in that, in addition to providing instructional support to students with disabilities under the guidance of a certificated teacher, employees in these positions are primarily responsible for attendant physical duties to enable students with disabilities to have equal educational opportunities, assisting with basic health needs of students with disabilities, as trained, and assisting the classroom teacher in creating with setting up and maintaining engaging academic environments. PREREQUISITES: Meet Highly Qualified requirement of No Child Left Behind: A high school diploma or equivalent AND a) an Associate of Arts degree or higher, or b) 48 or more college units, or c) a passing score on a test (CBEST, ParaPro or CODESP) and relevant training or course work in child growth and development, instructional technology or closely related field. One year of experience working with children of various age levels in a classroom setting and experience attending to students with physical needs preferred Possess and maintain a valid First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate Willingness to complete at least 15 hours of additional training as required to perform the duties of the job; including, without limitation, annual training describing the duties as mandated reporters of child abuse Valid California Driver’s License, if applicable