Special Education Paraeducator - Early Childhood

Anchorage School District; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Anchorage School District is seeking a Resource Early Childhood Elementary Paraprofessional Educator who will provide instructional support under the direction of a special education teacher. The paraeducator assists students in special education classrooms, regular education classrooms and other settings in the schools.

The position has a retirement association with PERS. This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, Alaska paraprofessional eligibility, basic reading/writing/math

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or current enrollment in a GED program.
• Meets paraprofessional requirements for Alaska via credits, or a passing score on the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment, or WorkKeys, or ASD paraprofessional training.
• Basic skills in reading, writing, and math.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and establish professional relationships with staff, parents, students and the public.

Responsibilities

• Provides instructional services to students individually or in small groups under supervision.
• Prepares or modifies instructional materials as directed by the special education teacher.
• Collects data aligned to student IEP goals as directed by certified staff.
• Collaborates with colleagues and staff and supports team goals.
• Implements IEP-driven services and accommodations including behavioral supports and daily living tasks.
• Majority of work occurs in special education or regular education classrooms, with some duties in other settings as needed.
• Supports confidentiality and professional standards, and assists students to and from buses when required.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Anchorage School District is seeking a Resource Early Childhood Elementary Paraprofessional Educator who will provide instructional support under the direction of a special education teacher. The paraeducator assists students in special education classrooms, regular education classrooms and other settings in the schools.

The position has a retirement association with PERS. This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, Alaska paraprofessional eligibility, basic reading/writing/math