Special Education Paraeducator: Student Support & Skills

Davenport Community Schools

Davenport (IA)

On-site

USD 53,726,000 - 56,482,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Davenport Community Schools in Davenport, IA, is seeking a paraeducator to support in special education classrooms under the supervision of licensed teachers. The role includes delivering social skills interventions, following directives, attending trainings, and assisting students with diverse needs, including autism.

Join a collaborative team to help ensure FAPE and MTSS supports in both general and special education settings.

Qualifications

Provide instruction under supervision of certified teacher.
Willing to attend evening trainings or meetings during the school year or summer.
Open to feedback from specialists and implementing changes in instruction.
Follow directives of classroom teacher, building administration, and district administration.
Able to work with students with Autism and Spectrum Disorder.
Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.
Pass Medicaid Fraud background checks prior to hire.

Responsibilities

Provide services for special education students as needed in the special or general education setting.
Under direction of special education teacher, provide academic assistance, behavior interventions, and social/daily living skills instruction.
Attend field trips with students as necessary.
Regularly supervise students in classroom, at lunch/breakfast, in the building, on field trips and work sites.
Assist with changing clothes and other hygiene needs as required.
Accompany students to and from the bus and support safe transportation.