GEN ED PARA EDUCATOR - 4.25 HRS

Davenport Community Schools; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Davenport Community Schools is seeking a part-time General Education Paraeducator (4.25 hours) at Garfield Elementary in Davenport, IA. The role involves collaborating with teachers in MTSS, modeling PBIS, and supporting students with data entry and instructional tasks.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to work with a diverse student population. Entry hourly wage starts at $16.39, with additional details provided in the salary schedule.

Qualifications

• Good attendance required.
• Flexibility due to schedule/student changes.
• Experience with at-risk students a plus.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse students and families.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers in MTSS to support all students.
• Teach, model, and support PBIS in all building situations.
• Work with students in skills room.
• Input data into the student data system and manipulate spreadsheets.
• Establish a positive learning environment with teachers and instructionally aligned routines.
• Assist with and support classroom instruction as directed by teachers.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback as requested.
• Communicate daily with instructional staff regarding instruction and student issues.

Skills

MTSS collaboration

PBIS support

Data input

Student communication

Patience

Tools

Excel

Student data system

Job description

GEN ED PARA EDUCATOR - 4.25 HRS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5973167

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 27, 2026 5:03 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Wages: New Hires: Entry level rate$16.39/hr.; Current employees in the bargaining unit: Please refer to the salary schedule established by the applicable bargaining group

Duties & Responsibilities: (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)

• Will work collaboratively with teachers in MTSS to assist in the success of all students

• Will teach, model, and support PBIS in all building situations

• Will work with students in skills room

• Ability to work with ALL students

• Computer skills are necessary to input data into student data system and manipulate spreadsheets

• With classroom teachers, establish a positive learning environment while maintaining a structured setting

• Assist with and support classroom teacher with instruction

• Work collaboratively with teachers using developmentally appropriate practices, including following teacher's direction for instruction

• Assist teacher in monitoring students' progress by keeping necessary records and giving feedback as requested

• A willingness to work with students in a positive manner will help develop and/or enhance the practice of self-discipline.? Applicants should have the ability to resolve conflicts.? Must be able to communicate and relate to students in a non-threatening and friendly manner.

• Maintain patience and positive interpersonal skills with all students.

• Walk hallways during class time and/or during passing time, reporting any issues to office staff

• Communicate with instructional staff daily regarding instruction and student issues

• A successful candidate must possess strong inter-personal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each student reaches his/her full potential

• Good attendance and punctuality are a must to ensure that the duties and responsibilities of the job are performed successfully

• Skilled, understands and utilizes MTSS or willingness to be trained/knowledgeable

• Skilled, understands and utilizes PBIS or willingness to be trained/knowledgeable

• Other duties as assigned by building administrator

Physical Requirements of Position: (HBV Yes No)

• Must be able to stand for a period of time

• Must be able to walk for extended period of time

• Must be able to lift/push/pull 50 lbs

Special Qualification Desired: (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)

• Good attendance a must for success in this position

• Must be flexible due to changes in schedule and student population

• Experience working with at-risk students a plus

• Successful candidate must possess a proven track record of building rapport with culturally diverse students and their families to assure that each student reaches his or her full academic potential.

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

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Contact Information

• Nicole Stroupe
• 1702 N. Main St
• Davenport, Iowa 52803
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]