Parapro-Practical Skills & Autism

LCSC; Logansport (IN); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Nimble in Logansport, Indiana is seeking a part-time paraprofessional to support a classroom. This role is 5.75 hours a day for 180 contract days, reporting to a classroom teacher and program supervisor.

You will provide targeted instruction to diverse learners, participate in trainings, and help students with grade-level lessons under guidance.

Qualifications

• Support diverse population of children in a kind, responsive environment.
• Participate in pre-service and regular in-service training.
• Provide instruction as planned by the teacher.
• Must be energetic, patient, and capable of multitasking.
• Background check and drug screen required upon offer.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual/small group instruction as planned by the teacher.
• Assist in teaching under supervision of classroom teacher and program supervisor.
• Support classroom routines and student safety.

Skills

Assist in teaching

Classroom support

Patience and energy

Multi-tasking

Education

60 college credit hours

Para Pro Certificate

Job description

Job Description:

• This position is 5.75 hours a day working 180 contract days.
• Directly responsible to a classroom teacher and the program supervisor.
• Provide individual/small group instruction as planned by the teacher.

Job Requirements:

• Assist in teaching a diverse population of children in an atmosphere of kindness that encourages active inquiry, fosters individual growth and promotes respect for self and others.
• Participate in pre-service and regular In-Service training.
• Provide individual/small group instruction as planned by the teacher.
• Must be energetic, able to multi-task, have patience, and must display a pleasant and positive disposition.
• Must be able to assist children with all grade level academic lessons and assignments.
• Experience with persons with special needs is a plus but not required

Job Qualifications:

• 60 college credit hours or Para Pro Certificate.
• Upon offer, applicant must complete and clear a drug screen and expanded criminal history background check for school personnel as required by IN state law.