Special Education Paraprofessional

Founded in 2004, Bullis Charter School offers a collaborative, experiential learning environment that emphasizes individual student growth. As a model of educational innovation, BCS inspires children, faculty and staff to reach beyond themselves to achieve full potential. Using a global perspective to teach about the interconnectedness of communities and their environments, the BCS program nurtures mutual respect, civic responsibility and a lifelong love of learning. 

We believe that …

• Risk-taking promotes growth
• Individuals of positive character are essential for a thriving community.
• People and communities need to change, evolve, and grow in order to thrive.
• Learning has no boundaries.
• Each person has a unique capability, style, and desire for learning.
• Family and community influences significantly shape human development.
• The human spirit is nurtured by positive energy, happiness, and laughter.
• A community is created, sustained, and evolves through the choices its participants make.
• People challenge their personal and physical boundaries best in a supportive environment.
• Freedom fosters innovation.
• Ownership of decisions fosters commitment.
• Equal opportunity is necessary for all members of the community to reach their full potential.

Our commitment to our students and families…

• All students will be actively responsible for their learning and individual goals.
• All students will achieve academic success.
• All students will continue to discover and pursue individual talents and interests.
• All students will model the six character pillars.
• All students will become self-confident contributors to the global society and demonstrate understanding of the interconnectedness of people and their environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: 

The Special Education Paraprofessional will work closely with special needs students on a regular basis in order to provide them with the physical help and emotional support they need to gain the full benefits from their educational placement under the direction of the supervising teacher(s). 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides assistance to a classroom teacher;
• Perform a variety of tasks relating to the physical and instructional needs of students in a classroom setting;
• Assists in the implementation of instructional programs, including self-help and behavior management as well as instruction;
• Perform related duties as required or assigned such as monitoring student behavior during non-classroom time and providing information to appropriate school personnel
• Implement behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and reinforcing learning concepts under the supervision of an assigned teacher and BCBA.

WHO YOU ARE:

• You are detail-oriented, hardworking, and can execute at a high level
• You can operate independently in a fast-paced environment
• You are a go-getter and ready to roll up your sleeves each day to support in new ways
• You have a high EQ and recognize the importance of empathy and joy in our work
• You build strong relationships and can be trusted by all stakeholders
• You communicate clearly and effectively
• You have strong interpersonal skills and can handle situations with tact and diplomacy
• You manage multiple projects simultaneously
• You have previous experience in a childhood education setting (preferred)

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM US:

• 100% individual medical and dental health care coverage, with voluntary vision
• School holidays and additional time off throughout the year
• Current hourly rate: $25.50
• Opportunities for professional development  
• A fun, kind, hardworking team

Working Conditions:

• This position requires the ability to regularly stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, lift and carry objects (up to 30 lbs.), and sit throughout the workday, as needed to perform all teaching tasks and other job-related responsibilities. 

Employment offers are contingent on a valid work authorization, on verification per SB 848, First Aid/CPR/AED Certification, TB clearance completed within the last 60 days, and a cleared criminal background check.

Bullis Charter School (BCS), a TK-8 charter public school located in Los Altos, California, provides students and parents with an innovative, empowering and results-oriented public school choice. At BCS, our programs inspire children and staff to reach for their full potential in an environment that nurtures collaboration, mutual respect, civic responsibility and a lifelong love of learning. 

At BCS, we value diversity of all kinds, and aim to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where we have the ability to share and learn from each other.  We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome people of all different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. 

Bullis Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, place of national origin, sex, age, veteran status, sexual orientation or physical handicap in its employment practice.