Special Education Paraeducator: Classroom Support & Growth

Cedar Rapids Prep; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Rapids Prep seeks a dedicated Para Educator to support students under the guidance of the Special Education Teacher and Principal. You will help implement IEPs, assist in classrooms, and foster an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities include instructional delivery support, student engagement, data organization, collaboration with teachers, and active participation in professional development and family engagement to promote student success.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved paraeducator certification program.
• Verification of high school completion or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience working with students with special education needs is preferred.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office suite.
• Proven track record of student achievement.
• Strong organization, planning, and time management skills.
• Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
• Excited to join a founding team and shape the school's future.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the classroom teacher.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for the students and monitor their progress.
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
• Assist in maintaining the classroom, organization of data, materials and equipment as established by the teacher.
• Establish a welcoming, organized, and inspiring classroom environment.
• Collaborate with teachers and school leadership to align curriculum, assessment, and instructional strategies.
• Participate in school-wide professional development and feedback cycles to improve teaching effectiveness.
• Engage with families to communicate student progress and support school community relationships.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Time management

Organization

Adaptability

Education

Approved paraeducator certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Cedar Rapids Prep seeks a dedicated Para Educator to support students under the guidance of the Special Education Teacher and Principal. You will help implement IEPs, assist in classrooms, and foster an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities include instructional delivery support, student engagement, data organization, collaboration with teachers, and active participation in professional development and family engagement to promote student success.