CL23489: Para/SS/Tier II Autism Program - Vista

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• •Must have an AA degree OR 72 quarter college credits OR 48 semester college credits OR a passing score on the ETS test
• •Must attach unofficial transcript proving AA degree or equivalent to application
• •Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
• •Must be able to meet the Physical Demands of the position
• •Must pass a basic skills test
• •Completion of Safe Schools Web Based Training within 30 days of hire and yearly thereafter
• •Must pass a background check, which includes employee paid fingerprinting
• •CPI training must be obtained at the next available opportunity. Level I and II required
• •Must uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures
• •Must take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
• •Must attend in-service trainings or other meetings as required, as well as attend any training as directed by management
• •Evidence of ability to assess and correct issues involving safety
• •Evidence of ability to establish and maintain a tactful, cooperative and effective relationship with students, parents, staff, fellow employees and management
• •Evidence of ability to approach assigned work in a professional manner, working toward the common goal of teamwork, pride in service delivery and continuous improvement
• •Must demonstrate sufficient command of the English language to communicate verbally and in writing with students, parents, district staff members and other concerned people regarding all aspects of their job-related activities
• •Must be able to use basic computer programs to maintain records, enter timecard information and read and respond to email
• •Must be first aid certified or be willing to acquire first aid training as soon as possible
• •Physical ability and willingness to supervise students in Tier II Autism and general education students at recess and during PE and music classes
• •Physically able to hold and/or restrain students as needed using CPI techniques

Desired Qualifications

• •Evidence of proficiency in word processing and computer use
• •Successful working experience with students with Autism
• •Knowledge of prescribed instructional and behavioral management programs
• •Demonstrated knowledge of intervention procedures with students and data collection
• •Evidence of ability to model appropriate behaviors and to provide consistent intervention procedures with students
• •Evidence of patience and warmth in working with students and able to remain calm in crisis
• •Evidence of ability to be aware of several students involved in varying activities and the ability to respond quickly and with good judgment as appropriate
• •Ability to maintain ongoing documentation of student IEPs goals and objectives
• •Positive performance evaluations and recommendations
• •Evidence of excellent attendance, punctuality, and dependability; evidence of the ability to be self-disciplined and a self-starter
• •Successful experience in team teaching situations
• •Cope with unpredictability
• •Be flexible, diplomatic and cooperative with the varied demands of the position
• •Demonstrate patience, enthusiasm and a positive attitude toward working students with behavior disorders and other disabling conditions
• •Maintain composure in difficult situations
• •Communicate effectively and work with a variety of people