Early Learning Paraeducator I: Pre-K Literacy Support

Washoe County School District; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays and sick leave

PERS retirement

Job summary

Washoe County School District seeks a Paraeducator Assistant I at Palmer Elementary to support early learning and literacy initiatives. The role involves assisting teachers in pre-k and kindergarten, preparing lessons, and helping with classroom materials and assessments.

The position requires basic education credentials and at least one year of instructional experience. It is a 30 hours-per-week, one-year assignment with benefits for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Education: 48 semester units from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: 1 year of instructional or guidance experience in an organized program.
• High school diploma accepted with additional qualifications as listed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pre-k and kindergarten classrooms and related areas.
• Prepare lesson outlines and plans in assigned areas.
• Develop teaching aids and materials for instruction.
• Present subject matter using varied teaching methods.
• Assist students individually or in groups with assignments.
• Prepare, administer and grade assessments.
• Communicate progress with the classroom teacher.
• Set up classrooms and audio-visual equipment.

Skills

Instructional support

Record-keeping

Family communication

Education

48 semester units

High school diploma

Two years paraeducator experience

Tools

Office equipment

Audio-visual equipment

Job description

Washoe County School District seeks a Paraeducator Assistant I at Palmer Elementary to support early learning and literacy initiatives. The role involves assisting teachers in pre-k and kindergarten, preparing lessons, and helping with classroom materials and assessments.

The position requires basic education credentials and at least one year of instructional experience. It is a 30 hours-per-week, one-year assignment with benefits for eligible staff.