Elementary Special Ed Paraeducator: Impact & Growth

TeachIowa

Mount Pleasant (IA)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 25,000

Full time

7 hours ago

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Job summary

Mount Pleasant Community School District is seeking a Van Allen Elementary Special Education Paraeducator to begin immediately. This paraeducator will support students with IEPs or 504 plans, assist in classrooms, and help maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

The position requires a high school diploma (GED acceptable) and may prefer a Para Educator Certificate. Responsibilities include supervising students, assisting with technology, and collaborating with teachers to monitor

Qualifications

Earned high school diploma or education equivalent.
Para Educator Certificate or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain confidentiality of information in accordance with FERPA.
Supervise and assist students, including out of classroom activities (bus duty, recess, field trips, lunchroom).
Implement behavior management strategies using the same emphasis and techniques as the teacher.
Perform clerical duties as assigned (copying, filing, bulletin boards, grading papers, typing).
Assist students in use of computers.
Carry out teacher's educational plans for small groups or individual students including serving students who may have IEPs or 504 Plans.
Monitor student progress using the same method as the teacher.
Communicate with teachers regarding the progress of students.
Attend staffing at the request of the teacher, principal or parent.
Perform all other duties as assigned by the principal.