Paraprofessional-Instructional

Elkhart Community Schools; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Elkhart Community Schools is seeking a part-time instructional support aide to assist in reading, writing, and mathematics with elementary students. The role emphasizes reading readiness and requires a constructive attitude toward children and a willingness to learn.

The position offers 6.5 hours per day for 188 days per year, with eligibility requirements including 48 college credits or an associate degree or Para Pro credential. Regular attendance is essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of 48 college credit hours or an associate's degree or Para Pro credential.
• Experience with children and ability to communicate in English.
• Regular and timely attendance required.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Initiative

Attendance

Education

48+ college credit hours

Associate's degree or higher

Para Pro Assessment

Job description

Schedule

6.5 hours per day; 188 days per year.

Qualifications

Required: Completion of at least 48 hours of earned college credit at an institution of higher education, or obtained an Associate's degree (or higher), or met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal State or local assessment (Para Pro Assessment Test): (a)knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics, or (b)knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, as appropriate. Experience working with children; wholesome and understanding attitude toward children; ability to use proper English and communicate well; pleasing personality; willingness to learn and expand general knowledge; ability to take initiative and work independently. Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position.

Documents To Be Uploaded With This Application

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Copy of college transcripts

Salary

• A $15.28 - $19.44 per hour.
• B $16.26 - $20.69 per hour.