Special Ed Paraeducator: Student Support & Safety

Cedar Rapids Community School District; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Rapids Community School District is seeking a dedicated Teacher Associate to support students under professional staff direction. You will work with students individually or in small groups, supervise in classrooms, cafeterias, and halls, and help implement behavior management strategies.

Responsibilities include assisting with health needs under nurses, preparing instructional materials, supporting students at mealtimes and arrival/departure, and maintaining a positive, confidential

Qualifications

• Willingness to assume responsibility.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Flexibility in working with classroom teachers.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to supervise students positively.
• Represent the school professionally, including confidentiality and appearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with students individually or in groups under staff direction.
• Assist in supervising students in classroom, cafeteria, halls, etc.
• Implement behavior management strategies.
• May ride the bus with students or assist one-to-one as needed.
• Assist in preparing educational materials.
• Help students at mealtimes and with personal hygiene areas.

Skills

Willingness to take responsibility

Teamwork

Flexibility with teachers

Communication skills

Independence

Student supervision

Professional discretion & dress

Regular attendance

Education

Two year post secondary education or Paraeducator certificate or NCRC

Job description

Cedar Rapids Community School District is seeking a dedicated Teacher Associate to support students under professional staff direction. You will work with students individually or in small groups, supervise in classrooms, cafeterias, and halls, and help implement behavior management strategies.

Responsibilities include assisting with health needs under nurses, preparing instructional materials, supporting students at mealtimes and arrival/departure, and maintaining a positive, confidential