Paraprofessional Transition Specialist

Position Type:
Support Staff (Classroom)/Paraprofessional Transition Specialist
Date Posted:
9/4/2024
Location:
Mesquite High
Date Available:
09/04/2024
Closing Date:
11/04/2024 JOB DESCRIPTION BOTTOM RIGHT OF SCREEN
Position Length: 9 Month
Job Grade: 111
Hourly Rate: $18.54 and up depending on experience
Hours Per Day: 7
Application Procedure: Apply online
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Paraprofessional Transition Specialist
JOB DESCRIPTION
Gilbert Unified School District
Purpose Statement
The job of Paraprofessional Transition Specialist is done for the purpose/s of disseminating transition information to appropriate parties; providing supports to students and assisting students with transition related activities both on the campus and in the community. Essential Functions
Under the direction of the Transition Coordinator:

• The Transition Specialist will have frequent interaction with students on a daily basis
• Maintain working transition files for each student with an IEP
• Conduct interviews and facilitate assessments for students to elicit current strengths, preferences, and interests in relation to transition
• Provide transition information to case managers, including data from interviews and assessments
• Facilitate opportunities for students to participate in the community through activities including but not limited to:
• Job fairs, interviews, potential employers
• food handler card acquisition
• obtain learner's permit
• participation in ACCUPLACER assessments at community colleges
• Tours of trade schools/college campuses
• Tours of various facilities (i.e. jail/police station for students interested in law enforcement)
• Operate district owned vehicles and oversee maintenance of campus transition van
• Provide assistance to students throughout the employment application process
• Research career requirements
• Solicit donations/Maintain tax credit and scholarship accounts
• Participate in Transition Community of Practice
• Other duties as assigned?

Other Functions

• Assist Transition Coordinator and other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: preparing and maintaining accurate records; planning and managing programs/grants; and operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: concepts of grammar and punctuation; behavior patterns of learning disabled children; and awareness of codes, policies, laws and regulations related to vocational training for special needs populations
ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; dealing with changing priorities; working under frequent interruptions; working as part of a team; and working with detailed information. Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization's services. Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 34% sitting, 33% walking, and 33% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous conditions.
Experience
Job related experience is required.
Education
High School diploma or equivalent.
Required Testing
None Specified
Continuing Educ. / Training
None Specified
Certificates & Licenses
Valid Driver's License
Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
FLSA Status
Non Exempt
Approval Date
July 1, 2020
Salary Grade
Grade 111 - 9.5 Month
Non Discrimination Statement
Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex, (including pregnancy and other related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age (over 40), parental status, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups pursuant to the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District's activities and programs. The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights or both. The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are located on the Gilbert Public Schools website.
Attachment(s):

• Paraprofessional Transition Specialist.pdf