Paraprofessional - Special Education, Intense Intervention

Elkhart Community Schools; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 2,105,000 - 2,678,000; Full time

Job summary

Elkhart Community Schools is seeking a paraeducator to support students with intensive special education needs. The role requires assisting in reading, writing, and mathematics, and managing reading readiness as appropriate, with a focus on safety and student well-being.

Qualifications include 48 college credits or an associate degree, Para Pro assessment, CPR certification, a valid driver's license, and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• Completion of 48 college credits or an Associate's degree, or equivalent demonstrated by Para Pro assessment.
• Ability to assist in reading, writing, and mathematics instruction; work with children.
• CPR infants/adults, valid driver's license, and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reading, writing, and mathematics instruction for students with special needs.
• Implement service plans with fidelity and work independently.
• Maintain CPI and Trauma Informed Care training; lift up to 50 pounds.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Mathematics instruction

Reading readiness

CPR certification

Driver's license

English communication

Independent work

Education

48 college credits / Associate's degree or equivalent

Para Pro assessment knowledge

Tools

CPR training

CPI training

Trauma Informed Care training

Job description

Schedule: 7.0 hours per day; 188 days per year.

Qualifications: 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. CPR certification for infants and adults. Must have a valid Driver's License in good standing. Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position.

Preferred:

3+ years in Intense special education classroom or community agency servicing special populations. Willingness to learn and expand general knowledge; ability to take initiative, implement service plans with fidelity, and work independently.

Special Requirements:

Must successfully complete the following within the prescribed probationary period: Acquire and maintain specialized Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training, including annual recertification; Acquire and maintain Trauma Informed Care district continuing education; Complete a minimum of 8 additional hours of specified training each year. Maintain CPR certification. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Require specialized training in an area needed for serving students with special needs, including the necessity to use de-escalation and therapeutic holds.

Documents To Be Uploaded With This Application

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Copy of college transcripts or copy of Para Pro test results

Salary

A $15.28 - $19.44 per hour.

B $16.26 - $20.69 per hour.