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ParaprofessionalLocation: Site Level School - Reports To: School PrincipalFLSA Status: Non-ExemptSalary Range: Per WBR Salary Schedule - Terms of Employment: 9 MonthsGeneral OverviewThe paraprofessional working in Head Start, Title I, Regular Education, or Special Education classrooms shall work directly with students under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher to assist with the effective management/instruction of the class/classes to which he or she is assigned.Performance ResponsibilitiesAssists in meeting the instructional needs of the students under the direction of the classroom teacherInteracts appropriately with students, and assists in creating an environment conducive to learningHelps students with personal possessionsAssists in maintaining discipline standards according to the regulations of the school system and the assigned teacherAssists with handling of specialized equipment, computer, software, assistive language devices, etc. as directed by the classroom teacherAttends faculty meetings, parent conferences/meetings, and IEP meetings when requestedAssists in maintaining classroom equipment and assists in keeping materials of instruction organized and cleanMaintains student confidentialityAccompanies students to other classes, the restroom, recess, etc.Assists with feeding, diapering, and toileting, as well as other custodial or health-related duties as required for Head Start students and students with disabilitiesMakes necessary wheelchair/equipment adjustments and positioning needed throughout the school dayLifts and moves students as necessaryAssists in meeting the medical needs of students with disabilities: catheterization, administration of medication, etc. after proper training is providedBecomes knowledgeable of and assists with the implementation of appropriate educational programs/standardParticipates in grade level/subject areas meetings and/professional development activitiesOther duties as assignedPersonal TraitsExhibits competency in the following areas:Poise and self-confidenceEnthusiasm and optimismPunctualityDependabilityFlexibilityWillingness to implement recommendationsAcceptable speech and grammarEffective communication with studentsDiscreet handling of confidential informationUnbiased attitude regarding race, sex, creed, religion or disabilityEffective communication with colleagues and other adultsMinimum QualificationsHighly Qualified: Must have accomplished at least one of the following:Passed the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Para-Pro Assessment (ETS Para-Pro Assessment #0755) with a passing score of 450; orCompleted two years of full-time study (48 semester credit hours) from a state-approved or regionally accredited institution of higher education (as defined by requirements in No Child Left Behind legislation) with 9 hours of ELA and 9 hours of Math coursework; orEarned an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Applied Science degree from a state-approved or regionally accredited institution of higher education that includes 9 hours of ELA and 9 hours of Math courseworkNon-Highly Qualified: (Head Start Only)A high school graduate or GEDAt least twenty years of ageScore at tenth grade level on the California Achievement Test or other test as designated