Special Education Paraeducator: Empower and Support Kids

Ahschools; Brooklyn Park (MN); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a dedicated Paraeducator/Teacher Assistant to support students with disabilities in various classroom settings. The role includes assisting instruction, supervising students, and helping with behavioral management during a 184-day, 6.5-hour school day.

Ideal candidates will hold a High School Diploma, obtain the ParaEducator certification within 30 days, and have credentials or credits as outlined. Insurance benefits are available for qualifying positions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• ParaEducator certification must be completed within 30 days of start date.
• 60 semester credits / 90 quarter credits or an associate degree (or higher) or passing the ParaEducator or ParaPro exam.
• Good communications, interpersonal and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the instruction of students with disabilities in mainstream, resource room or center-based settings.
• Manage behavior by redirecting, calming or removing a disruptive student.
• Monitor and record student progress in academics, daily living skills, dressing, grooming, social skills, etc.
• Assist with physical needs such as toileting, feeding, dressing, lifting, and transporting students.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Recordkeeping

Tech literacy

Attendance reliability

Education

High School Diploma

ParaEducator certification within 30 days

60 sem/90 qtr credits or Associate degree

ParaPro exam eligibility

Job description

Sylvania is seeking a dedicated Paraeducator/Teacher Assistant to support students with disabilities in various classroom settings. The role includes assisting instruction, supervising students, and helping with behavioral management during a 184-day, 6.5-hour school day.

Ideal candidates will hold a High School Diploma, obtain the ParaEducator certification within 30 days, and have credentials or credits as outlined. Insurance benefits are available for qualifying positions.