Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme
Oxnard, CA, US
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Pay
$23 — $25 USD per hour
Employment
part time
Employer job description
From Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
Substitute Paraprofessional will, under general supervision, perform a variety of instructional and personal services for students with physical, mental, and/or developmental delays. May provide services to students with specialized needs and assist students who require personal and health care. Monitors and records student behavior and performance. They will assist the instructor with their classroom responsibilities as instructed. This is an on-call position, Monday thru Friday.
Responsibilities:
Under direct supervision of the instructor, helps the operation of a school class and the supervision of students
Prepares instructional materials
Assists students individually and in small group with material previously presented by the instructor
Assists with organization of reference and resource materials and room displays
May take roll and keep attendance records
Assists in maintaining order in the classroom or on the playground
May operate audiovisual equipment and/or office machines
Performs other routine duties as needed.
Provide services to students with specialized needs; assist students who require personal and health care; may aid with personal hygiene and other needs
Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly learning environment
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required
Prepare materials for classroom and instructional use as assigned by classroom instructor
Set up work areas, displays and exhibits
Perform general clerical duties and maintain records in support of an instructor
Additional Responsibilities: Participate in special programs and events aimed at early childhood development.
May be required to assist with transportation needs for children, including obtaining appropriate driving certifications.
Assist in other program areas as needed and assume additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
Paraprofessionals are required to have a high school diploma or its equivalent and demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, math and classroom instruction. Employees are required to meet the requirements either by holding an AA degree or higher, the knowledge of and the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing and mathematics.
Knowledge of: Basic principles and practices of child development and child guidance
Basic emergency, first aid and health care techniques
Classroom procedures and equipment
Methods and techniques of instruction
General needs and behavior of children
Methods and technique of lifting and moving children with physical limitations
Personal hygiene practices
Emergency procedures as they relate to obtaining professional medical and safety assistance
Appropriate techniques for the physical management of special education students
Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation
Conflict resolution methods and techniques
Procedures and practices of classroom and playground safety
Oral and written communication skills
Ability to: Assist with instruction and related activities of the assigned learning environment
Reinforce instruction to individuals or small groups of students as directed by the teacher
Lift children in and out of school buses, wheelchairs, braces and other orthopedic equipment
Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance
Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward children with special needs
Conform to and support the assigned teacher’s style of classroom management
Effectively assist teacher in responding to students’ emergencies
Print and writing legibly
Learn methods and procedures to be followed in an instructional environment
Assist in supervising and disciplining assigned students according to approved policies and procedures
Work independently with minimal direction
Provide assistance to parents and other staff members in a helpful, courteous and timely manner
Maintain confidentiality of privileged information obtained in the course of work
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Understand and follow oral and written directions
Experience: One year of experience in working with school-age children in an organized education, health, childcare, or other structured setting or related experience.
Environmental and Working Conditions
Classroom environment, indoor and outdoor recreational facilities with moderate exposure to environmental conditions such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, humidity, rain, fumes and varying temperature and noise extremes.
Physical and Mental Requirements
Tasks involve the ability to exert physical effort, typically involving some combination of standing for long periods of time, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds.
Schedule: On-call Monday thru Friday with availability from 12:00pm to 6:00pm; must be available at least 3 days per week.
DISCLAIMER
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the YDP position at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or qualifications associated with the role. The organization reserves the right to modify this job description at any time, as needed, to meet its changing needs.
Employment is subject to a successful completion of clearance through references and background check.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme is committed to selecting and retaining the best staff and volunteers to serve our youth. As part of the initial selection process, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme will conduct reference checks in accordance with the following policy.
Benefits
Hourly Rate: $23 - $25/hr
Pension Plan (after meeting eligibility criteria)
Paid Sick Time
Training & Development
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