Academic Achievement Center Para Educator

Great Falls Public Schools; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 26,536; Part time

Job summary

Great Falls Public Schools is seeking to hire personnel to support students needing accommodations through the SWIS program and Academic Achievement Center. Responsibilities include organizing support opportunities, monitoring online learning, and assisting with testing accommodations. The position requires effective communication, strong organizational skills, and teamwork. The role operates daily for 7.5 hours, 180 days per year, with a pay rate of $14.19 per hour.

Qualifications

• Two years of college coursework or passing competency test required.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively in teams.

Responsibilities

• Structure the daily operation of the program.
• Organize support opportunities for students.
• Facilitate cooperation between teachers, students, and parents.
• Assist students with testing accommodations.
• Supervise and monitor students.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong organization

Teamwork

Education

Two years of college coursework

Job description

The purpose of this position is to provide support to students who need accommodations or support through the Middle School SWIS (School within a School) program or the Academic Achievement Center in the High Schools. Additional responsibilities include monitoring students’ use of computers and online learning. This position requires excellent communication, organization, and the ability to work with others cooperatively.

Qualifications

Two years of college coursework or passing competency test within first month of employment (district will support).

Duties

• Structure the daily operation of the program;
• Organize multiple support opportunities for multiple students;
• Facilitate cooperation between teachers, students and parents;
• Complete specific projects as assigned;
• Assist students with testing accommodations required by 504 and customized learning plans;
• Supervise and monitor students;
• Manage and help students utilize on-line learning;
• Support students in their academic responsibilities;
• Other duties as assigned by administrators.

Location: East Middle School

Salary: $14.19 per hour, 7.5 hours a day, 180 days per year

Closing Date: Open Until Filled