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Paraprofessional – Preschool Special Education Adult Support - Job #7465 at Sierra Vista Unified School District

Sierra Vista Unified School District · Sierra Vista, United States Of America · Onsite

2025-11-15 13:00:00.0

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Paraprofessional – Preschool Special Education Adult Support - Job #7465

JobID: 957

Position Type:
Paraprofessional/Special Education

Date Posted:
11/14/2025

Location:
Preschool - Town & Country Elementary School

Date Available:
Hiring Now

Closing Date:
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Located in beautiful southeast Arizona, Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team!
Award-Winning District * 8 Outstanding Schools * Competitive Salaries * Incentives * Paid Holidays & Leave * Exceptional Employee Benefits & Resources * Culture of Caring & Support
Apply Today & Make a Difference in Students’ Lives.

When applying for a Paraprofessional position, please be advised that the applicant’s preferred position/site will be given preference; however, following a successful team interview and reference check, the District may extend the applicant a job offer(s) at different school site(s) or different paraprofessional position(s), based on district needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent
An Associate’s Degree or 60 college credits or State/Local ParaPro Assessment test required
Previous experience working with youth preferred
Knowledge, skill and or experience in the implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) strategies or be willing to receive training in those strategies
Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification
Ability to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Ability to participate in the District’s Medicaid program
Current TB Test and vaccinations as required by DHS upon hire

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of accepted behavior management techniques and practices working with persons with disabilities.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and problem-solving skills to address challenges related to special education services.
Ability to maintain accurate records and reports, to monitor students, work with and secure the cooperation of students.
Knowledge of all basic first aid methods, including CPR.
Knowledge of specialized equipment used in the aid of children with special needs.
Ability to operate computer equipment for email communications, word processing, data management, and other assigned tasks as related to the position.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with students with disabilities.
Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members.
Utilize, with fidelity, the District Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program at the building level.
Ability to understand and maintain students’ and parents’ rights to confidentiality and not violate those rights; nor discuss students in inappropriate places or with anyone not in direct contact with such individual students.
Ensure information obtained through the course of duties associated with this position, is held in the highest of confidentiality.
Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures, and Board policies; including mandatory reporting procedures.

Disclaimer: The following duties are not intended to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility performed by employees in this classification, only a representative summary of primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position-specific duties.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide direct support to students with disabilities to assist with a wide range of IEP-related services so they may reach their highest potential within the academic setting.

Assist student in classroom activities to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement of IEP objectives, etc.
Accompany and assist student throughout the school day as necessitated by the IEP and monitor behaviors for behavior plans.
Work one-on-one and in small groups with student on specific needs.
Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
May assist and train student in activities of daily living as needed, including diapering/toileting, feeding, hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
Be knowledgeable of the basic course content for student; and, the educational goals and objectives for each assigned student.
May perform medical tasks as assigned under the direction or instruction of licensed medical providers (nurses) including, but not limited to catheterizations, care of trachea tubes, gastric tube feeding, etc.
Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to reach with hands and arms, sit, stand, walk, stoop, and bend as necessary for student learning and safety. The employee may lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing a minimum of 50 to 75 pounds, frequently. The employee may lift and assist students as necessary and have manual dexterity to operate equipment necessary to fulfill the duties of this position. The employee will read correspondence and computer screens, and use the telephone.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Indoor school building and classroom environment and ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities. The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate and may become excessively noisy at times. Will have contact with students, staff and the public.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
The Paraprofessional reports to the Principal or Site Administrator. The Paraprofessional will interact cooperatively with all other staff positions. All elements of good human relations will be practiced.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
INITIAL WAGE PLACEMENT PLAN: Starting at $15.85 Per Hour
WORK YEAR: 9 Months /7.5 hours per day
**BENEFITS** SVUSD offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options available at an additional cost to employees. Benefits also include paid leave,
paid holidays, paid life insurance, and an equal contribution to the Arizona State Retirement plan. For more details, please visit the Join Our Team and Benefits web pages.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT
Human Resources - 515-2760 or [email protected]

NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Sierra Vista Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Sierra Vista Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 3305 E. Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista AZ, 85635 or 520-515-2700.

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