Special Ed Preschool Paraprofessional - Student Support

Oakland Schools; Iowa; On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Hazel Park School District is seeking a Special Ed Preschool Academy Paraprofessional at Webster Early Childhood Center (High-Needs School). This full-time 35-hour per week position supports students, assists teachers, and maintains confidentiality.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, strong communication with diverse backgrounds, and reliable attendance. Responsibilities align with IEP/IFSP support and school-based behavioral interventions.

Qualifications

• Experience with Work Keys or ETS Assessment (NCLB) or 2 years college completed.
• Must have a high school diploma.
• Good public relations skills.
• Good attendance record expected.
• Ability to work with minimal direction.
• Ability to handle interruptions calmly.
• Ability to work with diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate with teachers, pupils, parents and the public with friendliness and poise.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of work-related information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality of all student, staff, and admin correspondence.
• Perform assigned tasks promptly and professionally.
• Act in the best interests of students and the school district in absence of direct direction.
• Maintain behavior and use interventions as needed.
• Assist with student self-care needs.
• Assist with IEP/IFSP implementation with teachers.
• Assist students with social integration.
• Collaborate with special and general ed teachers and related staff.
• Support specific student requirements and supports (AAC devices, visuals, behavioral plans).
• Treat teachers, pupils, parents and the public with tact and poise.
• Perform other duties as directed by administration.

Skills

Public relations

Attendance

Independence

Adaptability

Diversity awareness

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Hazel Park School District is seeking a Special Ed Preschool Academy Paraprofessional at Webster Early Childhood Center (High-Needs School). This full-time 35-hour per week position supports students, assists teachers, and maintains confidentiality.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, strong communication with diverse backgrounds, and reliable attendance. Responsibilities align with IEP/IFSP support and school-based behavioral interventions.