Paraprofessional - Special Education, Mild Interventions

Elkhart; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Elkhart is seeking an educational assistant to support instructional activities for students, including reading, writing, and mathematics. The role requires CPR certification and a valid driver’s license, with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively with children and staff.

Preferred candidates have 3+ years in intense special education settings or similar agencies, and must complete CPI training and Trauma Informed Care education within probation.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics and communicate well in English.
• CPR certification for infants and adults is required.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and maintain regular attendance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering instructional support to students.
• Implement service plans with fidelity and work independently.
• Support crisis prevention and de-escalation strategies as part of special needs services.

Skills

Communication

CPR certification

Initiative

Education

Associate's degree or 48 college credits

Job description

Schedule

6.5 hours per day; 184 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. 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.

Salary

$15.28 - $19.44 per hour.