Special Education Para II - Student Support Aide

Applitrack; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Nevada PERS retirement

Employer paid health insurance

No state income tax

Job summary

Douglas County School District seeks a Para-Educator II Special Education to work under a certificated teacher in various settings, providing individualized and small-group support. The role involves modeling skills, following IEPs, and assisting with health care needs and behavioral plans.

Applicants should meet acceptable experience and training criteria, have strong communication skills, and be prepared for a 9-month schedule with daily classroom duties and safety responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must be highly qualified per district rules.
• CPR and CPI certified by time of hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent; 48 college credits or an associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students individually or in small groups under supervision of a certificated teacher.
• Document daily activities and progress for IEP objectives and daily logs.
• Implement behavioral plans and support instruction and classroom routines.
• Administer basic first aid and assist with health care needs as directed.

Skills

Basic math

Reading comprehension

English grammar

Oral communication

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree

CPR certification

CPI certification

Job description

Douglas County School District seeks a Para-Educator II Special Education to work under a certificated teacher in various settings, providing individualized and small-group support. The role involves modeling skills, following IEPs, and assisting with health care needs and behavioral plans.

Applicants should meet acceptable experience and training criteria, have strong communication skills, and be prepared for a 9-month schedule with daily classroom duties and safety responsibilities.