Special Education Paraeducator — Classroom & Student Support

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Special School District seeks a paraeducator to support teachers and students, assisting with learning activities and classroom supervision. This is a full-time, 9-month position at 8 hours per day, with salary paid over 12 months.

You will follow SSD policies and help implement instructional activities under the teacher’s guidance. Applicants should be at least 21, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and may have preferred sign language proficiency or an ETS

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess at least a High school diploma or equivalent.
• Sign Language Proficiency - Intermediate Plus level preferred.
• Preferred: ParaPro ETS assessment OR Associate degree OR two years of full-time study.

Responsibilities

• Duplicating, collecting and disseminating materials for activities.
• Assisting with transportation of students to and from scheduled school activities as assigned.
• Assisting with implementing classroom activities including computer-assisted instruction and other technology-based activities.
• Maintaining classroom organization, materials, supplies, equipment, bulletin boards.
• Assisting in preparing instructional materials (cards, charts).
• Working with large or small groups as the teacher designates.
• Assisting with tracking students and communicating with families when needed.
• Maintaining organization and appearance of the room; supervising student behavior in class.
• Responding to emergencies such as CPR or first aid, as necessary.
• Attend faculty, facility and other meetings; assist in activities and school events.

Skills

Sign Language Proficiency

Education

Associate degree or higher

Two years of college study

Job description

The Louisiana Special School District seeks a paraeducator to support teachers and students, assisting with learning activities and classroom supervision. This is a full-time, 9-month position at 8 hours per day, with salary paid over 12 months.

You will follow SSD policies and help implement instructional activities under the teacher’s guidance. Applicants should be at least 21, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and may have preferred sign language proficiency or an ETS