GEN ED PARA EDUCATOR - 6 HRS

Davenport Community Schools; Davenport (IA); In loco; USD 19.000 - 27.000; Tempo pieno

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Davenport Community Schools is seeking a paraeducator to support MTSS and PBIS initiatives and assist teachers in delivering instruction. You will help monitor student progress and maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom.

The role involves inputting data into the student data system, working with spreadsheets, and collaborating closely with instructional staff to help every student reach their potential.

Competenze

• Experience with MTSS and PBIS systems or programs is preferred.
• Experience working with at-risk students is a plus.
• Strong attendance and punctuality are essential.
• Proficient with data entry and spreadsheet manipulation.

Mansioni

• Collaborate with teachers in MTSS to support student success.
• Teach, model, and support PBIS in all settings.
• Work with students in skills room and with all students.
• Input data into the student data system and create/maintain records.
• Maintain a positive classroom environment and assist with instruction.
• Communicate daily with instructional staff about instruction and student progress.
• Build rapport with culturally diverse students and families.

Conoscenze

MTSS

PBIS

Data entry

Spreadsheets

Interpersonal skills

Strumenti

Student data system

Microsoft Excel

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Current paras use the internal application to apply.

All other current district employees (not paras), or external applicants apply online by completing the external application.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: OPEN 08/19/2026 THRU 08/25/2026 @ 4PM

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS (if no internal applicants): OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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:

• 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.