Para Educator | Up to $24/hr

Covelo Group; Danville (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Covelo Group in Danville, CA seeks a Para Educator to support classrooms with consistent weekday daytime hours. You will assist with classroom routines, 1:1 student support, and behavioral guidance.

The role emphasizes student development, following IEP/504 plans, and collaboration with teachers. Prior school support is a plus; BLS certification is required. Medical and other benefits available after probation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association required.
• Experience in school or student support preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support students with classwork, routines, and daily activities.
• Reinforce lessons and directions provided by the classroom teacher.
• Help students develop social, behavioral, and independent living skills.
• Monitor behavior and provide appropriate support.
• Follow student IEP and 504 plans as directed.
• Assist during breaks, lunch, and other school activities.
• Support PT, OT, or speech-related activities when directed.
• Assist with toileting, diapering, hygiene, and personal care when required.
• Communicate with teachers and supervisors regarding student needs.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS certification through the American Heart Association

Job description

Para Educator | Up to $24/hr | Danville, CA

Up to $24/hour | Monday-Friday | Daytime school hours | School-based | Classroom and 1:1 student support

Looking for a consistent weekday schedule working with students? We’re hiring Para Educators in Danville to provide classroom, behavioral, and one-on-one support throughout the school day.

Depending on your assignment, you may work individually with a student or support several students alongside the classroom teacher.

Why You Should Apply

• Earn up to $24/hour with weekly pay
• Monday-Friday school schedule
• Consistent daytime hours
• Classroom and one-on-one opportunities
• School-based experience preferred, but not required
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more are available starting on the first of the month following 30 days of full-time employment.

What You’ll Do

• Support students with classwork, routines, and daily activities
• Reinforce lessons and directions provided by the classroom teacher
• Help students develop social, behavioral, and independent living skills
• Monitor behavior and provide appropriate support
• Follow student IEP and 504 plans as directed
• Assist during breaks, lunch, and other school activities
• Support PT, OT, or speech-related activities when directed
• Assist with toileting, diapering, hygiene, and personal care when required
• Communicate with teachers and supervisors regarding student needs

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous school or student-support experience preferred, but not required
• Comfortable working with students with a range of behavioral, physical, and developmental needs
• Patient and able to remain calm in challenging situations
• Able to lift or carry up to 50 pounds when needed
• Able to kneel, squat, sit on the floor, stand, and walk throughout the school day
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to work at different school sites based on assignment
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association

If you’re looking for steady school-based work in Danville and enjoy working directly with students, we’d like to hear from you.

*This pay range represents Covelo Group's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation offered will be dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location.*

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and applicable local ordinances. Covelo Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.