Special Education Paraeducator: Supportive Classroom Aide

Sylvania; Coon Rapids, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,872,000 - 3,788,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Job summary

Sylvania seeks a dedicated Paraeducator Special Education to support students with disabilities across multiple settings. The role involves assisting instruction, monitoring progress, and helping with daily living skills under supervision.

Applicants must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, with PCA certification due within 30 days. Depending on credentials, credits or degrees may enhance placement and start date is after a 5-day posting period.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; PCA certification to be completed within 30 days of start date.
• Candidates must have 60 semester/90 quarter credits or an associate degree (or higher) from a regionally accredited institution, or have passed the ParaEducator or ParaPro exam.
• Documentation will be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction of students with disabilities in various settings (mainstream, resource, center).
• Monitor and record student progress in academics, daily living skills, dressing, grooming, social skills, etc.
• Manage physical needs and supervise students, including toileting, feeding, lifting, positioning, and assisting with mobility as required.

Skills

Good communications

Interpersonal skills

Recordkeeping

Technology/computers

Cooperative teamwork

Supervising students

Take direction

Regular attendance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

PCA certification (within 30 days)

60 sem/90 qtr credits orassociate degree

ParaEducator or ParaPro exam

Job description

Sylvania seeks a dedicated Paraeducator Special Education to support students with disabilities across multiple settings. The role involves assisting instruction, monitoring progress, and helping with daily living skills under supervision.

Applicants must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, with PCA certification due within 30 days. Depending on credentials, credits or degrees may enhance placement and start date is after a 5-day posting period.