Empowering Preschool Paraeducator — 3 Hrs/Day

Cedar Rapids Community School District; United States; On-site; USD 10,140 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Cedar Rapids Community School District is seeking an Early Learning Para at Johnson Elementary School. This three-hour daily position supports preschoolers, four days a week (Monday through Thursday) at a rate of $16.25 per hour.

The role requires at least 12 college credits in early childhood education or a CDA credential, plus two years of post-secondary education or paraeducator certificate. Pediatric first aid and CPR are required, and applicants should collaborate well with teachers and

Qualifications

• Must have at least 12 credit hours in early childhood education, a current CDA credential, two years post secondary education or Paraeducator certificate.
• Required to obtain pediatric first aid and CPR.
• Willingness to assume responsibility.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Flexibility in working with classroom teachers.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Enjoy working with preschool age children.
• Ability to effectively supervise students while maintaining a positive relationship with them.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students.
• Work with students individually or in groups.
• Monitor learning and behaviors.
• Be available for health, toileting, behavior, and self-help needs.
• Attend district workshops and trainings in order to continue learning about Early Childhood Education.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

First aid and CPR

Assume responsibility

Work well with others

Flexibility with teachers

Independent work

Oral and written communication

Enjoy preschool children

Supervise students

Education

12 credits in ECE / CDA / 2 years post-secondary or paraeducator cert

Job description

Cedar Rapids Community School District is seeking an Early Learning Para at Johnson Elementary School. This three-hour daily position supports preschoolers, four days a week (Monday through Thursday) at a rate of $16.25 per hour.

The role requires at least 12 college credits in early childhood education or a CDA credential, plus two years of post-secondary education or paraeducator certificate. Pediatric first aid and CPR are required, and applicants should collaborate well with teachers and