GEN ED PARA EDUCATOR 7.25/HR DAY - WOOD MIDDLE

Davenport Community Schools; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Davenport Community Schools is seeking a Gen Ed Para Educator to support students at Wood Middle. The position offers a 7.25/HR day schedule and requires collaboration with teachers in MTSS, PBIS, and data input.

The ideal candidate will work with diverse learners, maintain detailed records, and assist teachers with instruction in a supportive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work collaboratively with MTSS teams to support student success.
• Experience implementing PBIS in school settings.
• Proficient with basic data entry and spreadsheet tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in MTSS processes to support student progress.
• Model and reinforce PBIS expectations throughout the building.
• Work with students in skills room and general education settings.
• Input student data into the district data system and maintain records.
• Assist with instruction and create a positive learning environment.
• Communicate daily with instructional staff about instruction and student issues.

Skills

Collaboration with teachers

PBIS instruction

MTSS familiarity

Computer data entry

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Student data system

Job description

GEN ED PARA EDUCATOR 7.25/HR DAY - WOOD MIDDLE JobID: 12796

• Date Posted: 8/3/2026
• Location: Wood Jr High
• Date Available: 08/20/2026

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 8/03/2026 THRU 08/07/2026 @ 4PM

• 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 requestedWillingness to work with students in a positive manner that will help develop and/or enhance the practice of self-discipline. Applicant 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
• 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:

• 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.

Powered by applicant tracking, a product of Frontline Education.