Paraeducator 1 (Special Education) - Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District

Under the general supervision of an administrator, the Paraeducator 1 provides instructional assistance to students individually and/or in groups according to state standards, classroom objectives and the individualized education program (IEP), including health and/or behavioral plans.   The Paraeducator 1 provides ongoing basic or emergency health-related assistance to students as needed.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS AMONG RELATED CLASSES:

• The Paraeducator 1 is the entry-level position of the Special Education job family
• All duties performed by a Paraeducator 1 may also be performed by a Paraeducator 2 and Paraeducator 3
• The Paraeducator 1 will primarily provide non-intrusive medical health assistance, whereas a Paraeducator 2 may primarily provide intrusive medical assistance
• The Paraeducator 1 may provide emergency specialized medical support and intervention, whereas a Paraeducator 2 may provide daily ongoing specialized medical support
• The Paraeducator 1 may occasionally provide basic behavioral support, prompting, or guidance, whereas a Paraeducator 3 may provide regular ongoing behavioral monitoring, data collection, assessment, and intervention

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:  

Must have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent and ONE of the following:

• Completed 48 units at an institution of higher learning OR
• Obtained an Associate’s (or higher) degree OR
• Obtain a passing score on the District's Instructional Assistance (ESSA) written examination

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/INFORMATION:

Valid First Aid and CPR certification must be obtained within 60 calendar days of start date and maintained.