Empowering Special Needs Paraeducator

Sylvania; Montesano, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Paraeducator to support students across preschool through high school in a school setting. You will assist with general education and special needs assignments under the direction of the School Principal, Teacher, or Student Services Director.

Experience with diverse learners, including language acquisition, is expected. Must be able to lift 35–50 lbs and use general office equipment. RBT training or braillist experience is a plus; Spanish bilingualism is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with students from preschool to high school in a school setting.
• Experience with special needs students including physical/mental disabilities.
• Ability to lift 35–50 lbs and safely move students.
• RBT certification preferred; training may be required.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist student(s) with general education and special needs as designated by the School Principal, Teacher, or Student Services Director.
• Establish and maintain a positive, professional relationship with students, staff, volunteers, and community members, maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

Experience with students across school

Special needs experience

Support learning processes

Language acquisition support

Lift 35–50 lbs

Office equipment & computers

Safe student handling

RBT certification preferred

Braillist training preferred

Spanish bilingual preferred

Job description

Sylvania is seeking a Paraeducator to support students across preschool through high school in a school setting. You will assist with general education and special needs assignments under the direction of the School Principal, Teacher, or Student Services Director.

Experience with diverse learners, including language acquisition, is expected. Must be able to lift 35–50 lbs and use general office equipment. RBT training or braillist experience is a plus; Spanish bilingualism is preferred.