Paraeducator 3 (Behavioral) - Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Santa Monica, CA
About the Job
Classified Employees Salary Schedule: A-28
This is a continuous recruitment. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
This recruitment is to maintain a six (6) month eligibility list for current vacancies and substitute opportunities.
Positions are typically 4- 6 hours per day, Monday - Friday, during the regular school year.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the general supervision of the Behavior Intervention Specialist, the Paraeducator 3 will provide intensive behavior intervention services and instructional support for students with exceptional needs as specified on the student’s Individualized Educational Program (IEP), behavior plan, or health plan. Services and support will be provided at the school.
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. Experience caring for the needs of individuals or groups with behavioral/social-emotional deficits is highly desirable.
Source : Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District