Special Education Paraprofessional II, (Redway Elementary) 5.8hrs/day

Requirements / Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals. • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence following prescribed formats. • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students, staff and parents. • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, and integers. • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent. • Ability to explain and apply basic concepts of algebra. • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. • Ability to understand, adapt, and apply a variety of complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. • Ability to maintain a professional demeanor under difficult circumstances and performs efficiently in restricted time frames. • High school diploma or general education degree (GED). • Valid motor vehicle operator’s license • Knowledge of basic concepts of child development and behavior characteristics • Knowledge of learning patterns and behavior • Knowledge of personal hygiene and mental health practices • Knowledge of conflict resolution • Maintain appearance, grooming and attitude to provide a good role model for students • Associate of Arts degree or 48 semester or 60 quarter units in instruction at an institution of higher learning or a passing score on the Paraprofessional Proficiency Test. • Ability to complete CPR and First Aide training • CPI Training completed or completed prior to beginning assignment Southern Humboldt is inviting qualified applicants to apply. Please submit: EdJoin application (In-House Applicants need only submit a letter of interest that speaks to their qualifications) Personal letter of interest with personal qualifications for this position 2-3 letters of recommendation (at least 2 current letters) Comments and Other Information 1. Must be fingerprinted and a satisfactory Department of Justice records check must be received by the District Office, prior to employment; 2. TB testing will be required upon employment; 3. May be required to obtain first aid and CPR certificates within the first 6-12 months of employment; 4. Will be required to drive and travel for work, requiring a current California driver license. Applications accepted online only. Southern Humboldt Unified School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with Federal civil rights law, civil rights regulations and policies, the Southern Humboldt Unified School District, its offices, and employees, are prohibited from discriminating based on age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, nationality, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity.