Autism Support Paraeducator Assistant

Washoe County School District; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – no

Sick Leave and Vacation Pay

PERS retirement system

Salary increases

Longevity bonuses

Guidance Resources

Job summary

Washoe County School District is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator Assistant 3 at Smithridge STEM Academy. The role supports SPED students with autism, under general supervision, developing instructional materials and maintaining records.

Requires HQ status and passing ParaPathways or ParaPro assessments, with options for 48 college hours or an associate degree. Work is 32.5 hours per week across 182 days.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: 48 semester hours or 60 quarter hours, or an associate degree or higher.
• Two years of paraeducator-like experience or related instructional activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff with instructional activities and materials.
• Develop and maintain records and instructional materials.
• Support students individually or in small groups as directed.

Skills

Record keeping

Instructional support

Behavior management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

48 semester hours / 60 quarter hours

Associate degree or higher

ParaPathways or ParaPro testing requirements

Tools

Office equipment

Audio-visual equipment

Job description

Washoe County School District is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator Assistant 3 at Smithridge STEM Academy. The role supports SPED students with autism, under general supervision, developing instructional materials and maintaining records.

Requires HQ status and passing ParaPathways or ParaPro assessments, with options for 48 college hours or an associate degree. Work is 32.5 hours per week across 182 days.