High School Paraeducator: Student Support in Class

Osage High School; Osage (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Osage Community School District is seeking a dedicated Paraeducator to support classroom teachers and assist students with learning activities. The role involves reinforcing instructional material, managing classroom equipment, and helping with testing and attendance in a collaborative school setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with supervision, creating educational aids, and coordinating with staff to support diverse student needs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Paraeducator Certification from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners preferred but not required (Depending on position); all positions will be encouraged to complete certification within one year of hire.
• Desire to assist students with special needs in a learning environment.
• Emotional maturity and stability necessary for the specialized work involved.
• Previous experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher in devising strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on individual students' needs.
• Operates and cares for classroom equipment used for instructional purposes.
• Helps students master materials assigned by the teacher.
• Administers, scores, and records tests as the teacher recommends for individual students.
• Distributes and collects workbooks, papers, and other instructional materials.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Self-directed

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Problem solver

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Paraeducator Certification

Aptitude for the work

Job description

Osage Community School District is seeking a dedicated Paraeducator to support classroom teachers and assist students with learning activities. The role involves reinforcing instructional material, managing classroom equipment, and helping with testing and attendance in a collaborative school setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with supervision, creating educational aids, and coordinating with staff to support diverse student needs.