Educational Paraprofessional

Job Description:

DESCRIPTION: Special Education 1:1 Paraeducator

Learning Strategies

A special education paraeducator, under general supervision, provides assistance to a classroom teacher, performing 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. The special education paraeducator performs related duties as required or assigned.

Previous experience preferred, but not necessary. Training is provided. This is an ideal opportunity for parents/guardians of school-age students and for anyone wishing to support the individual differences and needs of students in a general or special education classroom.

LOCATION: The Morgan School

7:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. (includes a paid lunch)

6.75 paid hours/day

START DATE: As soon as possible.

QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATION:

Minimum educational requirements: Associate's Degree or completion of 60 college credits or a passing grade on the ETS/ParaPro Assessment exam.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Apply online HERE. Internal candidates within the same bargaining unit/department can upload a letter of interest only.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

Hourly wage per the Local 506, SEIU para-educators' contract with benefits to include paid leave, health benefits, and employer-sponsored pension.

CLOSING DATE:

Open until filled