Paraeducator - Compassionate Classroom Support for Kids

Pediatric Developmental Services; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

IRA with company matching

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking a full-time Paraeducator in Rockford, IL. You will provide instructional support under a teacher's supervision, help manage behavior, and assist with personal care to students with physical disabilities, ensuring a safe, positive environment.

We offer a competitive pay rate and a benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance with company contributions, plus IRA with company matching.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills required.
• Self-motivated and patient.
• Ability to connect with children and their parents.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Support: Offering instructional services to students under the direct supervision of a teacher.
• Behavior Management: Assisting students in maintaining appropriate behavior by implementing behavior intervention plans and de-escalating undesirable behaviors.
• Personal Care: Providing toileting, feeding, and other personal care assistance to students with physical disabilities.
• Ensure that the student is always in a safe and positive environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Patience

Problem solving

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking a full-time Paraeducator in Rockford, IL. You will provide instructional support under a teacher's supervision, help manage behavior, and assist with personal care to students with physical disabilities, ensuring a safe, positive environment.

We offer a competitive pay rate and a benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance with company contributions, plus IRA with company matching.