Classroom Aide/Paraprofessional

Elevate Academy; Post Falls (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Post Falls is seeking a Classroom Aide/Paraprofessional to assist teachers with classroom management and provide support to special needs students. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience working with children. Responsibilities include helping with lesson planning, supervising students, and ensuring their academic and emotional needs are met. This role offers a dynamic work environment, including interactions with public and staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma required.
• Experience working with children and special needs students is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with classroom lessons and activities.
• Supervise students inside and outside the classroom.
• Attend to students' emotional and academic needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Experience with special needs

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Educational software

Job description

Classroom Aide/Paraprofessional

Category: Classified

Location: Elevate Academy North

Reports To: Administration or Designee

We are looking for a Classroom Aide to support teachers with classroom lessons, activities, organization, and management, as well as assisting special needs students. The Classroom Aide will help teachers with new concepts, translate information for students, supervise students, and provide a positive, nurturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Participating in lesson planning sessions, and communicating with parents and school officials.
• Co‑teaching lessons under the Teacher’s guidance, leading small groups or individual instruction and discussions, and reviewing classwork.
• Organizing the classroom and teaching materials, monitoring the classroom during lessons, and minimizing distractions and disruptions.
• Supervising students in and out of the classroom.
• Attending to students’ physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs.
• Helping teachers and students with extracurricular activities and school functions.
• Performing clerical duties, such as tracking student attendance, typing, filing, photocopying, and grading tests and homework.
• Ensuring the upkeep of educational materials, equipment, and supplies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with children and special needs students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with educational software.
• Recent first aid and CPR certifications.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and includes inside and outside areas. Employees frequently interact with the public, staff, and students, and may be exposed to infection. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level varies with daily activity but remains within acceptable limits.

This description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned.

Application Instructions

Please complete the application form, upload a letter of interest, and attach your current resume. Include a complete employment history and three personal references qualified to speak about your work experience and qualifications.

Date Posted: 11/1/2024