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California Department of Education

Paraeducator I

California Department of Education, Ventura, California, United States, 93001


Requirements / Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Completion of at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 semester units), or Associates degree. If a candidate does not possess the higher education requirement, then they must successfully pass the district's competency exam demonstrating knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing and mathematics (or readiness in those subject areas.) Experience: Some experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults in an organized setting. Experience working with individuals with special developmental needs is desirable.

About the Employer

For the future of every student Ventura Unified has long enjoyed a legacy as an outstanding place to live, work and raise a family. Our public schools, too, have built a reputation as safe and nurturing environments where students receive a well-rounded education. Our passion is to help the children in our schools find their passion -- academically and personally-- believing that each and every student has a brilliant future ahead of them.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under the immediate supervision of an assigned supervisor and general direction of a classroom teacher, specialist or therapist, assists in providing academic, behavior and social-emotional supports to individual or small groups of students to enhance learning. Monitors and reports student progress according to state standards, classroom objectives and the individualized education program (IEP), including health and/or behavioral plans. May assist students in developing various self-help skills, including hygiene, toileting, eating, social, community and leisure/recreational skills. Provides emergency health-related assistance to students as needed.

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