Job description

Monterey County Office of Education
Bilingual Paraeducator

Classification: Classified
Salary Level: 33.5
Work Year:

Definition:

Under the general direction of the Principal, the Bilingual Paraeducator performs a variety of duties assisting teachers in the overall support of instructional activities for students who are enrolled in special education moderate/severe programs and/or mainstream classrooms.

Supervisor:

Principal

Positions Supervised:

None

Qualification Requirements:

To perform a job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in the job description are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
The following is a list of duties that is representative of the position that includes but is not limited to:

● Provides direct instruction under the guidance and instruction from the classroom teacher
● Communicates with students using speech appropriate to the student’s level of understanding including but not limited to, verbal, picture/symbol systems, technology, functional signs, and entry level sign language

● Plans and prepares appropriate educational activities, equipment and materials according to lesson plans provided by teacher and ensures a safe environment for the student

● Assists in the management and housekeeping of the classroom
● Participates with a team in the implementation of behavioral and treatment plans
● Tracks student eligible medical support and input data
● Completes forms, logs and paperwork required for MediCal reporting
● Assists certificated staff in administering a variety of formal and informal assessments.
● Collects and reviews student data such as strengths, methods, strategies best used in support of goals.
● Provides specialized health care procedures and behavioral support as assigned
● Administers medication as prescribed and directed by school nurse

● Accommodates the special needs of students such as toileting and diapering
● Supervises students on and off the bus, at recess, meals, on field trips and other times as needed
● Assists in mainstreaming students and monitors medical and behavioral issues as assigned
● May ride school bus and assists with students to monitor medical and behavioral problems
● Monitors and evaluates student progress and completes records accurately
● Participates physically with students in activities as needed, including but not limited to: climbing play structures, making rapid movements to prevent injury, and pursuing students who elope
● Supervises students as directed
● Organizes room displays, bulletin boards and interest areas appropriate to the students’ goals
● Assists in providing snack and meals during school day as mandated by student educational programs
● Attends meetings as required
● Translates correspondence, forms, meeting minutes and other documents
● Interprets for students, parents, teachers and community members
● Complies with Monterey County Office of Education Board Policies, Superintendent Policies and Administrative Regulations

Other Duties:

Performs other job-related duties as required

Physical and Mental Characteristics:

● Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position
● Manual dexterity sufficient to write, use the telephone, business machines and classroom equipment
● Vision sufficient to read printed materials
● Hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone conversations
● Speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversational distance, on the telephone and addressing groups of students
● Physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop and to reach overhead, sit on floor, climb and move quickly or run after a child in an emergency situation
● Physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment (office, district, from school or home site-to-site)
● Drive an automobile, and respond to emergency situations
● Physical strength sufficient to lift a student weighing 45 pounds and 100 pounds with assistance
● Physical stamina sufficient to stand or walk throughout student recess periods
● Physical, mental and emotional tolerance to be exposed to noise generated by students in an enclosed environment
● Physical tolerance to be exposed to dust pollen specific agents/ chemicals, cleansers, and foul smells
● Mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions

Required Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

● Education as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015: High school diploma or equivalent
● AND two (2) years of higher education study (48 semester units) OR possession of an Associate’s or higher degree OR met a rigorous standard of quality and able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge or and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics
● Prior job-related experiences, paid or voluntary, with school-age children or children/individuals with disabilities

Knowledge of:

● First Aid
● Universal health precautions
● Strong English and Spanish oral and written communication skills including spelling, grammar and punctuation

Skills and Abilities:

● Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work
● Communicate in English and Spanish, clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
● Demonstrate understanding, patience, a positive attitude and genuine interest in working with students with disabilities
● Physically participate in activities outside the classroom such as: vocational training, mainstreaming, recreational activities and field trips
● Use correct procedures for lifting and correctly positioning on/in specialized equipment used by student
● Plan, formulate and execute clerical procedures and directives in accordance with assigned duties
● Operate a variety of office machines including computers
● Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
● Dependability with consistent attendance and adherence to schedules
● Be flexible with a positive attitude and possess excellent interpersonal skills
● Handle information in a discreet and confidential manner
● Exercise reasonable judgment in unusual circumstances
● Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
● Understand and carry out oral and written directions
● Work under general supervision and function effectively within a team setting
● Provide specialized health care procedures as outlined by State regulations (training will be provided)
● Perform appropriate First Aid and CPR when necessary

Licenses and Certifications:

● Possession of an appropriate valid California Driver’s License with evidence of insurability
● First Aid
● Complete approved MCOE Crisis Intervention Program within six (6) months of employment and maintains valid certification
● CPR Certification within six (6) months of employment
● Program for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing: Ability to pass the MCOE sign language test within six (6) months of employment
● Demonstrated proficiency in reading, writing and speaking Spanish by passing the MCOE Spanish Language Competency Test

Desirable Qualifications:

● Coursework in education, psychology, child development, classroom behavior management and/or Early Childhood Education

● Experience working with students with disabilities and implementing behavioral management plans for students

Available Pay Stipends:

● $150 per month incentive for Paraeducators working in the DHH program with proficiency in sign language, as certified by MCOE

● $150 per month incentive for Paraeducators with proficiency in Braille and working in a position eligible for this incentive

● $150 per month incentive for Specialized Health Care Procedures if assigned to specific students and trained by MCOE

● $500 annual training incentive to employees who are requested and volunteer to participate in training for certification and willingness to administer emergency medications/procedures as defined by contract

Revised 7-1-21

APPLICATIONS ONLY ACCEPTED VIA THE EDJOIN LINK BELOW:

https://www.edjoin.org/Home/DistrictJobPosting/1742458

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 4/3/23

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.55 - $25.26 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• King City, CA 93930: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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