Impactful ECE Special Education Paraprofessional

Willard R-2 School District; Norwalk (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Willard R-2 School District is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional at Orchard Hills Elementary to support teachers and students, including those with disabilities. The position is hourly and non-certified, reporting to the Director of Special Services, with a 4-day-per-week schedule to be determined.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, 60 college hours or paraprofessional exam, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 60 college hours or paraprofessional assessment per MO requirements.
• Excellent written, oral, organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Ability to work with students with disabilities.
• Team attitude.
• Must be able to lift 60 lbs.
• Completion of CPI certification or on-site training offered by district.
• Must pass a background check satisfactory to the Board of Education.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing classroom environment to promote learning.
• Assist in managing individual or small group behavior.
• Assist in managing individual or small group learning.
• Accept direction from supervisors (including supervising teacher).
• Willingness to assist students with disabilities with toileting and eating as needed.
• Demonstrates instructional methods and classroom control knowledge to be an effective instructional assistant.
• Conducts themselves professionally with students and staff.
• Complete in-service hours per Missouri State Plan for Special Education; hours provided by the district.
• Understand and follow confidentiality mandates.
• Show initiative in leadership when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Team attitude

Ability to lift 60 lbs

CPI certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

60 college hours or paraprofessional assessment

Job description

Willard R-2 School District is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional at Orchard Hills Elementary to support teachers and students, including those with disabilities. The position is hourly and non-certified, reporting to the Director of Special Services, with a 4-day-per-week schedule to be determined.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, 60 college hours or paraprofessional exam, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability