Empower Students as a Special Education Paraeducator

Young World Physical Education; Polk City (IA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

IPERS retirement

Job summary

West Elementary School, located in Polk City, Iowa, is seeking a Special Education paraeducator to support students with IEPs and assist teachers in delivering inclusive instruction. The role runs 7:25 am to 3:10 pm, Monday through Friday, for 7 hours per day, with compensation of $17.82–$20.11 per hour depending on certification.

Benefits include paid sick and personal leaves as well as IPERS. All applications should include at least three references. Contact Sophie Bower for questions.

Qualifications

• Flexible, collaborative, and willing to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Support a safe, positive teaching and learning environment.
• Adhere to the Individual Education Plan and maintain confidentiality regarding student educational programming.
• Assist in the physical and intellectual development of students.
• Support the social, emotional, and behavioral development of students.
• Establish positive and productive relationships.
• Communicate consistently with teachers, staff, and students.
• Demonstrate ethical and professional standards of conduct.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other staff to ensure best practice and supports are in place for students.
• Participate in professional learning opportunities, as appropriate.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

West Elementary School, located in Polk City, Iowa, is seeking a Special Education paraeducator to support students with IEPs and assist teachers in delivering inclusive instruction. The role runs 7:25 am to 3:10 pm, Monday through Friday, for 7 hours per day, with compensation of $17.82–$20.11 per hour depending on certification.

Benefits include paid sick and personal leaves as well as IPERS. All applications should include at least three references. Contact Sophie Bower for questions.