Paraprofessional II - Special Education Self Contained

Position Type:Paraprofessional/Special Ed ParaprofessionalDate Posted:3/3/2026Location:CAMPUSDate Available:Upon HireClosing Date:Until FilledEducation/Certification Required:High school graduate or equivalent and 48 college hoursExperience Required:General office and use of computersSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Positive attitudeAct as a role model for studentsHave the ability to maintain good rapport with school staff, students, and parent(s)/guardian(s)Physical ability to assist with lifting studentsTechnology Proficiency: Level 1Computer operationsWord processingData entryData archivingE-mailCCISD Acceptable Use Policy and Technology Ethics/EtiquetteFunctionThe Paraprofessional II (Special Education) assists in implementing the students' Individualized Education Program (IEP), participates in selecting, planning, organizing and evaluating materials, and releases the teacher from routine tasks.Reports To:School PrincipalResponsibilities:InstructionPlans with teacher and parent(s)/guardian(s) for the development and implementation of the IEP.Provides assistance to teacher in preparing and using instructional materials.Instructsstudentsandgroupsofstudentsundertheteacher's/admnlstrator'sdirection.Assists students with learning activities.Provides community-based instruction as directed by teacher/administrator.Accompanies students to mainstream settings working under the direction of the classroom teacher, including the cafeteria, library, field trips, assemblies, pep rallies, and other activities.BehaviorAssists in monitoring and control of student behavior in the classroom and other areas.Assists in the implementation and documentation of the student behavior management plan as directed by teacher/administrator.Physically restrains students as directed.PhysicalGives physical assistance to students as needed, including toileting, feeding, positioning, locomotion, and other services.Assists with physical education activities and provides direct instruction as directed by the teacher.Provides in-pool assistance and instruction to students in the aquatics program.MaterialsProvides assistance to teacher in the preparation, usage, and storage of instructional materials, including bulletin boards, displays, centers, and media equipment.Assists in keeping the classroom and restroom clean during the school day.Community-Based InstructionAccompanies students via public transportation to community-based training sites and provides direct instruction as directed by the teacher.TransportationAssists and/or monitors the transportation of students.ClericalAssists in maintaining student records, including grades, attendance, and student folders.Assists in collating information and preparing reports, including enrollments, class counts, and contact hours.Schedules and/or notifies participants and assists in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) and IEP process (secondary only).Assists in the development and production of IEPs.Obtains and disseminates information regarding student lessons and progress.TestingAssists in testing routines.Scores objective measurement instruments.OtherPerforms other duties as assigned by the campus administrator.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Not applicableWORKING CONDITIONS:Challenging situations, limited in-District travel, and moderate to heavy liftingAbility to receive information and/or instruction from internal/external customers through spokenexpression.Ability to manipulate tools/equipment/keyboards.Ability to convey information and/or instruction to internal/external customers through spokenexpression.Ability to perform work while standing and/or walking for extended periods, up to eight (8) hours a day.Ability to see detailed information, naturally or with correction.The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.For assistance or more information, see our Jobs and Applications Pageor you may contact:CCISD Human Resources - (361) 695-7250Auxiliary Applicant Tracking / ApplicationsCCISDhr@ccisd.usCCISD Human Resources801 LeopardCorpus Christi, Texas(Please include the Job Posting Number with any correspondence.)Salary: ISUP/503: $14.41 minimum/hour (individual salary calculation is based on applicable experience)See the CCISD Salary Schedule handbook for information regarding initial salary placement.