Paraeducator - Learning Center

Butler County Special Education Interlocal #638; Nebraska; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local special education institution in Nebraska is looking for a Special Education Paraeducator to support the educational program for exceptional children. The role involves working under the guidance of certified professionals, assisting with classroom activities, preparing instructional materials, and supervising students. Good mental health and the ability to communicate effectively are essential. This position offers a maximum of 32.5 hours per week, and there may be travel requirements.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with individual pupils and small groups.
• Must assist teachers in preparing instructional materials.
• Some lifting may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out programs set up by support personnel.
• Supervise students during various activities and trips.
• Prepare instructional aids and maintain a time log of activities.

Skills

Good mental and physical health

Correct articulation and language use

Ability to work in crowded environments

Ability to implement directions from the professional

Able to accept supervision

Job description

Position Type

Paraeducator/ Paraeducator

Date Posted

12/3/2021

Location

Butler County

Date Available

ASAP

Closing Date

ASAP

Job Title

Special Education Paraeducator

Purpose

To improve the quality of the educational program offered to exceptional children.

Application Procedure

Apply Online

Hours

To be determined by supervisor with a maximum of 32.5 per week.

Job Requirements

• Evidence of good mental and physical health.
• Correct articulation and language use.
• Attend and meet criteria of required inservice(s).
• Keep aware of paraeducators information sent in newsletters and memos.
• Able to work in crowded, noisy environments.
• May require some travel.
• Must implement directions from the professional.
• Some lifting may be required.
• Able to accept supervision from the supervising teacher.

Qualifications

• Carry out remedial or developmental activities as directed by the certified person.
• Assist teachers and specialists in collection and preparation of instructional materials and equipment.
• Work with (tutor) individual pupils.
• Work with small groups.
• Drill the entire class on follow-up or reinforcement activities.
• Correct papers and check the work of students at the discretion of the instructor.
• Measure and chart behavior for each target as directed by the supervisor.
• Maintain a time log of activities, if necessary.
• Assist with classroom housekeeping chores.
• Prepare instructional aids, games, and bulletin boards at the discretion of the supervisor.
• Perform various clerical duties within the classroom. This may include data entry on computer.
• Supervise students on buses and/or at dismissal and/or on field trips.
• Supervise job training.
• Assist in carrying out programs set up by support personnel (OT, PT, speech and Vocational)
• Maintain good public relations with parents, supervisor and co-workers.
• Any and other all duties as assigned by the supervisor(s).

Selection Procedure

We will contact you if we are interested in setting up an interview.