Empower: Early Childhood Special Education Paraeducator

Independence School District; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing incentive $1,000

Job summary

Independence School District seeks a Paraeducator/Early Childhood Paraeducator to support special education students under teacher supervision. The role involves assisting with lessons, behavior plans, and data collection, with emphasis on safety and confidentiality.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and 60 college credits or ParaPro option. Experience with special needs is preferred, and the position may require lifting and toileting assistance as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 60 semester credit hours from an accredited college/university or pass ParaPro assessment if in a Title I school.
• Bachelor of Science or Arts in a related area preferred.
• Experience with special needs children or young people preferred.
• Able to handle daily stressors and inappropriate behaviors.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to use email or willing to learn.
• Reliable with good attendance.
• Comply with district requirements and Board policies.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with teachers, administrators, parents and staff to implement instructional and behavior plans.
• Assist with individual students or small groups to reinforce lessons.
• Assist teachers with lessons, progress monitoring, and assessments.
• Adapt learning materials as needed to meet student needs.
• Model appropriate behavior and provide student escort and assistance as necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records.
• Participate in required training.
• Provide toileting assistance as needed.
• Collect student performance data on goals and objectives.
• Use district-approved restraint procedures if required by supervisors.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

Skills

Email literacy

Reliability

Stamina

Team collaboration

Education

HS diploma or GED

60 college credits or ParaPro/Title I alternative

Bachelor's in related field preferred

Experience with special needs preferred

Job description

Independence School District seeks a Paraeducator/Early Childhood Paraeducator to support special education students under teacher supervision. The role involves assisting with lessons, behavior plans, and data collection, with emphasis on safety and confidentiality.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and 60 college credits or ParaPro option. Experience with special needs is preferred, and the position may require lifting and toileting assistance as needed.