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CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION: SUPPORT HOURLY JOB TITLE: PARAEDUCATOR SPECIAL EDUCATION - VISION AND HEARING DISABILITIES CALENDAR: 1802PT OR 1902PT (9 MONTH) SALARY: GRADE 107 (SUPPORT HOURLY) Job Goal Provide instructional support under the supervision of the special education teacher in a special education environment or as required by an individual education plan (IEP). A paraeducator will provide support to students with hearing and/or vision impairments in a general or specialized classroom. Minimum Qualifications: * High School Diploma or equivalent * Associate's degree or 60 semester hours from an accredited university, or satisfactory results on an AZ state-approved competency exam * CPR/First Aid (certification provided) * Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer and related software * Satisfactory criminal background check * The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * Ability to exert 10-50 lbs. of force, to lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects * Manual dexterity to operate business-related equipment * Vision and hearing are adequate to exercise job responsibilities in a safe manner Core Job Functions: * Instruct, within proximity to the teacher, individual students, or small groups of students to reinforce material or skills initially introduced by the teacher * Translate, when required, (both oral and written) for parents, students, staff, and others * Assist students requiring support in addressing personal care needs due to severe medical conditions and/or physical limitations (e.g., toileting, feeding, dressing, suctioning, tube feeding, and emergency rescue medication, etc.) for the purpose of allowing students to function in a school environment * Implement, under direction, behavioral plans developed by a team consisting of parent and school personnel for the purpose of assisting students in modifying behaviors that conflict with a positive academic and social environment * Assist students with various physical, emotional, and academic needs, adhering to the guidelines of student's I.E.P * Assist with emergency rescue medications if necessary * Assist in the provision of services in a small group or 1:1 * Administer immediate basic first aid and medical assistance for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile, and/or injured students * Assist with assessments and data collection under the supervision of the certified teacher * Operate and care for equipment used for instructional purposes * Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, lunch periods, and field trips * Alert the teacher to any problem or special information about a student * Participate in meetings and in service training as required for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving knowledge and skills beneficial to assisting in the classroom * Maintain the confidentiality of protected student and staff member information even after no longer employed * Be flexible and perform other duties relating to general job function as assigned by supervisor * Accept responsibility for students' well-being and safety while they are in employee's care * Be alert to and report the possibility of any substance use, child abuse, or dangerous situation based upon daily observation * Assist in maintaining a quiet and orderly classroom environment * Follow district policies as outlined * Perform other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position Core Values: * Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, a quality, and our most important product. * Equity and fairness in all things. Education is the great leveler and we intend for all our students, staff, and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel. * Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale enhancing model. * Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization. * Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. We are supported by our community because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available. Professional Qualities: * Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly, and patient manner * Function effectively as a team member * Be responsible, reliable, and punctual * Be flexible and adaptable to change * Positively accept direction * Maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parents * Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district * Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills * Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job * Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis * Be a positive role model for students * Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner Physical Requirements: Working with Students with Special Needs * Mobility and Movement: Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, walk, and sit. The role involves repetitive finger and manual dexterity. * Sensory and Communication: Requires the ability to speak, hear, and see (with correction) to perform essential job functions. * Physical Exertion: * Occasionally: Lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. * Frequently: Lift or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds. * Constantly: Lift or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds. * Work Environment: Employees may be exposed to various environmental factors such as odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, bloodborne pathogens, and loud noises. * General: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Note: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the school/department. Updated 9/2/25