343110 Paraprofessional Job Coach-Developer

Job Title: Paraprofessional Job Coach/Developer

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Principal

Pay Grade: 303

Dept. /School: Assigned Campus

Date Revised: May 16, 2018

Primary Purpose

Assist in meeting goals and objectives of the individual education plan in the identified area of
transition for all children with disabilities.

Qualifications

Education/Certification
High School diploma or GED certificate

Minimum of 48 credit hours from an accredited institution of higher education or passing score on the
ParaPro Assessment

Special Knowledge/Skills
• Ability to work with children with disabilities and parents
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work adjusted schedules
• Reliable Transportation

Experience
Experience working with children with disabilities and parents

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Instructional and Program Management

1. Perform task analysis or job skills, knowledge, abilities, capacities, and responsibilities, which will be

required of the student to successfully perform in the job.
2. Learn the tasks and responsibilities of the job and then develops/assists the student in an atmosphere

that promotes confidence, skills, safety, and problem solving abilities.
3. Attend to the needs of students in personal hygiene, including toileting, grooming, mobility, and

eating, when necessary.
4. Reinforce and monitor behavioral management systems.
5. Supervise individuals and small group activities as directed by the teacher, transition to career

specialist, or work supervisor.
6. Support interactive, cooperative learning in work environments.
7. Serve as a positive role model in speech and language as well as models appropriate social skills.
8. Maintain accurate written logs of student progress.
9. Reinforce and encourages positive co-worker relationships.
10. Assist with collection and maintenance of records and relevant student data.
11. Assist teacher in planning, developing and implementing work related strategies for developing

students independent work skills.
12. Function as an advocate between site personnel and students to maintain open communication and

achieve individual education plan and employment objectives.
13. Assist in monitoring activities and behavior of students during program activities to ensure physical

and environmental safety.

343110 Paraprofessional Job Coach-Developer

14. Assist in assessing student vocational skills and behavior to assist in determining work readiness,
abilities, interest, and preferences.

15. Perform assigned duties for school year and assist in the classroom as needed during summer school
session.

16. Work directly with students in helping them to modify and control behavior with the objective focused
on employability training.

17. Assist in supervision of students.
18. Work adjusted schedules when applicable.
19. Perform other assigned duties as may be required by Transition to Career Specialist, work Supervisor,

Campus and District Administrators.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None

Equipment Used
Instructional aids, audio-visual equipment, wheelchair lift, ramps, and copier.

Physical and Mental Job Requirements

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions. Frequent standing;
stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to
bacteria and communicable diseases. Must be able to lift 45 pounds or more. Requires travel to
various sites throughout the district.

Terms of Employment

190 days; hourly rate to be determined by the Board of Trustees

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not
an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Associate Superintendent,
Approved by Special Education, Special Services Date April 13, 2007

Reviewed by Date

The El Paso Independent School District does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment practices on
the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, citizenship, military status, disability, genetic
information, gender stereotyping and perceived sexuality, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Inquiries concerning
the application of Titles VI, VII, IX, and Section 504 may be referred to the District compliance officer, Patricia
Cortez, at 230-2033; Section 504 inquiries regarding students may be referred to Cecilia Whiteman at 230-2836.

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de El Paso no discrimina en los programas de educación o en prácticas de empleo
usando el criterio de raza, color, edad, sexo, religión, origen nacional, estado civil, ciudadanía, estado militar,
discapacidad, información genética, estereotipo sexual o sexualidad percibida, u otra práctica prohibida por la ley.
Preguntas acerca de la aplicación del título VI, VII o IX, y la Sección 504 pueden ser referidas al oficial del distrito,
Patricia Cortez al 230-2033; preguntas sobre 504 tocante a estudiantes pueden ser referidas a Cecilia Whiteman al 230-
2836.