Early Childhood Special Ed Paraeducator — Inspire & Support

Waterloo-Community-School-District; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterloo Community School District BECKER in Waterloo, IA is hiring a Special Education Paraeducator - Early Childhood Preschool. The role assists a teacher, supports small groups, monitors student progress, and performs clerical duties as needed.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalency, NCLB/IA requirements, and basic computer skills. CPR and CDA-related credentials may be required within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• NCLB compliance – 60 college credit hours, associate’s degree, generalist or specialist para educator license OR district competency test.
• Computer/technology training required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher.
• Actively participates in professional development.
• Provide additional support to students based on individual need.
• Actively participates in IEP meetings, behavior intervention meetings when applicable.
• Monitors and assists students in prescribed learning activities.
• Monitors, observes and reports progress of student(s) in regards to behavior, academics or health related issues as determined by teacher, instructional strategist or administrator.
• Communicates with teachers regarding programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Follows health and safety practices and regulations.
• Assists students in developing self-help and self-advocacy skills as directed.
• Assists in implementing specialized student plans (IEP, BIP, 504, IHP), as needed.
• Supports PBIS initiatives.

Skills

Behavior management

Student guidance

Subject knowledge

Safety practices

Instructional practices

Observation/monitoring

Professional conduct

Attendance/punctuality

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Respectful interactions

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

60 college credit hours / associate’s degree or paraeducator license (Iowa BEO)

Computer/technology training

Tools

Google Suites

Student information systems

Promethean (basis)

Job description

Waterloo Community School District BECKER in Waterloo, IA is hiring a Special Education Paraeducator - Early Childhood Preschool. The role assists a teacher, supports small groups, monitors student progress, and performs clerical duties as needed.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalency, NCLB/IA requirements, and basic computer skills. CPR and CDA-related credentials may be required within specified timelines.