2025-2026 SY Classified: Paraprofessional I - ESS

JOB DESCRIPTION – Paraprofessional I-ESS

FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt                               HOURS PER DAY:7                           

WORK CALENDAR:  195 days                    

COMPENSATION: Classified Non Exempt Compensation Guide (Starting at $17.70/hour) 

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Education / Certificate

1. Associate of Arts degree or paraprofessional certification required

2. Must obtain and maintain CPR and first aid certification within 45 days of hire

3. Must sign an AHCSS Provider Participation Agreement and obtain a provider number as required

4. Must have and maintain a valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Experience

1. Prior experience working with special education students desired

2. Must have Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and specialized training for developmentally disabled students

3. Must be 21 years of age or older upon hire

Communication Skills

1. Must possess a positive attitude toward students, teachers, staff and parents/guardians

2. Must possess the ability to take and follow directions

Computer Skills

 1. Must possess basic computing and clerical skills  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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

1. Must be able to push, pull or lift weights up to 50 pounds

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Regular talking and listening is required

2. Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, sit

                          1-202 – EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The District expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.