Special Education Para — IEP & Student Growth Support

Westlawn Elementary; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Westlawn Elementary in Texarkana, TX is seeking a Special Education Para to support learning activities for students with special needs. You will work in various capacities, including self-contained, team, or itinerant settings, under the guidance of teachers and specialists.

Responsibilities include assisting with IEP implementation, data collection, and collaboration with speech therapists, social workers, and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ARD/IEP process and goal setting.
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Awareness of safety precautions and child development.
• First Aid/CPR certified.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to follow directions and manage time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the educational and social development of students under guidance of teachers.
• Support implementation of IEPs and monitor student progress.
• Provide support for individual students to enable participation in activities.
• Collaborate with professionals (speech, social work, OT, PT).
• Support students with emotional or behavioral concerns and help develop social skills.
• Adapt instructional support to individual, small, and large groups and implement accommodations.

Skills

ARD/IEP process

Curriculum knowledge

Safety precautions

Time management

First Aid/CPR

Follow directions

Child development

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Westlawn Elementary in Texarkana, TX is seeking a Special Education Para to support learning activities for students with special needs. You will work in various capacities, including self-contained, team, or itinerant settings, under the guidance of teachers and specialists.

Responsibilities include assisting with IEP implementation, data collection, and collaboration with speech therapists, social workers, and other professionals.