Paraprofessional - Special Education, Intense Interventions (PACE Program)

Elkhart Community Schools; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Elkhart Community Schools seeks a dedicated instructional assistant to support students in special education programs. The role covers reading, writing, and mathematics instruction, with responsibilities to help implement individualized service plans and maintain a safe, constructive learning environment.

Preferred candidates will have 3+ years in intense special education settings, CPI and trauma-informed care training, and the ability to work independently while lifting up to 50 pounds as

Qualifications

• Completion of 48 college credits or an Associate's degree or equivalent credentials.
• Experience with children and strong English communication.
• CPR certification and valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics for students.
• Support students with special needs in classroom and community settings.
• Implement service plans with fidelity and work independently.
• Apply de-escalation and safety techniques as part of CPI/trauma-informed care.

Skills

Reading instruction

Mathematics support

English communication

Independent work

Education

Associate's degree

48 college credits

CPR certification

Para Pro Assessment

Job description

Schedule: 7.0 hours 184 days

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. 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

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

Salary: $16.26 - $20.69 per hour.