Aspiring SPED Paraeducator: Student Support & Inclusion

Rcsdk8; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwood City School District seeks a Paraeducator Special Education to support students with emotional, educational, physical and behavioral needs under the supervision of a certificated teacher.

You will assist in small-group instruction, monitor student safety, reinforce learning, and help prepare instructional materials while maintaining accurate records and fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• One year of experience working with children in an organized setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the instruction of students with emotional, educational, physical and/or behavioral problems; maintain sensitivity to learning difficulties encountered by students with special needs.
• Provide individual or small-group support to students under a certificated teacher.
• Review student history and individual education plans as directed; review daily lesson plan with instructional personnel.
• Develop and present learning materials and activities; assist in compliance with timelines and activities related to the master plan.
• Assist students with activities for the development of small muscles and eye‑hand coordination and deficiencies; lead activities to help students achieve motor control and body awareness.
• Observe behavior of students to assure safety; assist in resolving student disputes; assist in development and management of appropriate student behavior using positive reinforcement techniques.
• Set up work areas and prepare areas for reading, crafts and other activities; set up exhibits, displays, collections and bulletin boards.
• Order and operate instructional and audio‑visual equipment; operate copiers, computers, typewriter and general office machines as needed.
• Maintain routine records related to student work and classroom activities; grade tests and check student test corrections; maintain confidentiality of student records.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Redwood City School District seeks a Paraeducator Special Education to support students with emotional, educational, physical and behavioral needs under the supervision of a certificated teacher.

You will assist in small-group instruction, monitor student safety, reinforce learning, and help prepare instructional materials while maintaining accurate records and fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.