Paraeducator III

Position Summary

Performs specialized instructional support to individuals and groups of Special Education or Severely Handicapped students. This position applies to those who have been trained and who are integrating significant para-professional healthcare services or behavior interventions with instructional support.

Application Deadline

Until Filled

Length of Work Year

182 work days per year

Employee Type

Full-Time

Salary

$20.04 - $26.49 per hour in 9 annual steps

Location

Las Palmas

Hours

30 hours/week; 5 days/week

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Employee Life Insurance available for employees who work 4+ hours per day (Full district contribution for 6+ hours/day; 50% contribution for 4-5.99 hours/day).

Experience/Education

The position typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and 48 units of college credit hours that are degree eligible, plus one year of experience working in a classroom environment containing students with special needs. Incumbents having additional college coursework may use it to substitute for some experience. Additional experience in an instruction support or healthcare environment may substitute for some post-secondary education.

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding and/or Testing Required

May require a valid driver’s license. Requires a valid First-Aid card and CPR certificate.

Required Documents

• CPR/First Aid Certification
• NCLB Compliance (48 college units (semester) or pass the Paraeducator Proficiency Exam)
• Proof of HS Graduation (High School Diploma or equivalent)
• Resume (Provide clear evidence of required experience)

Important Comments

Twin Rivers Unified School District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying, you should immediately contact the school site principal or Chief Human Resources Official at 916-566-1736. A copy of TRUSD uniform complaint or TRUSD non-discrimination policy are available upon request.

I understand that any omission or falsely answered statement made by me on this application, or any supplement to it will be sufficient grounds for failure to employ or for my discharge should I become employed with the school district.