Special Education Paraeducator - Classroom Support

PREP ASU Preparatory Academy; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ASU Preparatory Academy is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator to support students in the classroom, liaising between teachers and students while monitoring progress and behavior. The role requires strong communication with support staff and a commitment to assist students with special needs.

Responsibilities include supervising small groups, reinforcing teacher-led skills, assisting with instruction, and maintaining daily classroom tasks.

Qualifications

• Must meet Highly Qualified requirements: HS diploma/GED + Associate’s Degree or higher, or 60 college hours, or ADE ParaPro/ACT Workkeys/Master Teacher’s ParaEducator PD.
• Active DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• CPR Certification.
• Regular and predictable attendance is essential.
• Experience supervising groups of children is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works with small groups under teacher supervision.
• Directs small groups of children and helps them follow directions.
• Assists children in understanding and following directions.
• Encourages independence and reinforces skills taught by the teacher.
• Supervises children during lunch and on the playground.
• Assists with classroom cleanup and preparation and with routine tasks (attendance, materials).
• Takes CPR training and supports modified curriculum and behavior management as needed.

Skills

Communication

Reading & writing

Clerical tasks

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED + Associate’s Degree or higher OR 60 college hours or ParaPro assessment

Job description

ASU Preparatory Academy is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator to support students in the classroom, liaising between teachers and students while monitoring progress and behavior. The role requires strong communication with support staff and a commitment to assist students with special needs.

Responsibilities include supervising small groups, reinforcing teacher-led skills, assisting with instruction, and maintaining daily classroom tasks.