Early Childhood Paraeducator - Special Ed Support

Goshen Community Schools; Goshen (IN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Goshen Community Schools seeks a Preschool Paraprofessional for the Elkhart County Special Education Cooperative (ECSEC). The role supports 3-5 year olds with teacher/therapist supervision, implementing IEP-based activities and assisting with communication needs.

Hours are 32.5 per week, 180 days/year, with a daily schedule from 7:15 am to 2:15 pm. Salary $18.00–$18.20 per hour, dependent on education/experience. Benefits details available online.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Option 1: 48 college credits or higher; Option 2: CDA credential; Option 3: ParaPro 460+; Or complete Paraeducator modules within 2 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist and ensure students’ safety, including lifts and transfers as directed by ECSEC therapies.
• Support personal needs: diapering, dressing, feeding, toileting.
• Implement activities/skill practice from the teacher’s IEP.
• Assist students with alternative communication methods and instructional needs.
• Provide instruction in school and community settings under teacher/therapist direction.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and progress data.
• Collect and summarize progress data as directed; monitor IEP objectives.
• Supervise students under teacher direction and participate in IEP conferences when asked.

Skills

Follow directions

Adaptability

Organizational skills

Team cooperation

Judgment

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

48 college credits

CDA credential

ParaPro score 460+

Job description

Goshen Community Schools seeks a Preschool Paraprofessional for the Elkhart County Special Education Cooperative (ECSEC). The role supports 3-5 year olds with teacher/therapist supervision, implementing IEP-based activities and assisting with communication needs.

Hours are 32.5 per week, 180 days/year, with a daily schedule from 7:15 am to 2:15 pm. Salary $18.00–$18.20 per hour, dependent on education/experience. Benefits details available online.