Cross-Categorical Elem Special Ed Aide — 9-Month, $4K Bonuses

AERRC; Alaska; On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued sick and personal leave

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and audio

Retirement (PERS)

Job summary

AERRC seeks a paraeducator to support elementary students (PreK–5, or up to grade 8 where applicable) with diverse needs. You may work in Intensive Resource rooms, Extended Resource rooms, Preschool classrooms, or general education settings as district needs dictate.

The position offers a $2,000 new hire bonus after 30 days and a $2,000 retention payment in December and June, prorated for part-time staff. Work hours are 7 per day, 9 months per year, with a Grade 7 hourly rate of $23.15–$25.90

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; pass assessment within 4 months.
• Ability to lift and assist students safely.
• Understanding of developmental disabilities with empathy for students.
• Desirable: de-escalation/crisis intervention training; ASL I & II helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist in care, instruction, and support of elementary students.
• Work in IR/ER/PK or general education settings as needed.
• Provide tutoring and support for students with special needs.

Skills

Lifting and assisting students safely

Tutoring skills

ASL I & II

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

48 semester hours of higher education

Job description

AERRC seeks a paraeducator to support elementary students (PreK–5, or up to grade 8 where applicable) with diverse needs. You may work in Intensive Resource rooms, Extended Resource rooms, Preschool classrooms, or general education settings as district needs dictate.

The position offers a $2,000 new hire bonus after 30 days and a $2,000 retention payment in December and June, prorated for part-time staff. Work hours are 7 per day, 9 months per year, with a Grade 7 hourly rate of $23.15–$25.90