Special Education Paraprofessional — Student Support

Cedar Rapids Community School District; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is seeking a Teacher Associate to support students under professional supervision. The role involves assisting with classroom activities, supervising students in various settings, and implementing behavior strategies to maintain a safe learning environment.

Typical duties include helping with health-related tasks under nurse guidance, preparing educational materials, supervising meals, and assisting with bus or car arrivals and departures.

Qualifications

• Willingness to assume responsibility.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Flexibility in working with classroom teachers.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to effectively supervise students while maintaining a positive relationship with them.
• Capable of representing the school in a professional manner, including confidentiality, communication skills, and dress.
• Regular attendance.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of professional staff, work with students individually or in group settings.
• Assist with supervision of students (classroom, cafeteria, halls, etc.).
• Implement behavior management strategies.
• May include riding the bus with students.
• May include working one-to-one with a student to complete assigned tasks
• Student supervision required.
• Ensuring student safety is required.

Skills

Responsibility

Teamwork

Flexibility

Communication

Independent work

Student supervision

Professionalism

Attendance

Job description

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is seeking a Teacher Associate to support students under professional supervision. The role involves assisting with classroom activities, supervising students in various settings, and implementing behavior strategies to maintain a safe learning environment.

Typical duties include helping with health-related tasks under nurse guidance, preparing educational materials, supervising meals, and assisting with bus or car arrivals and departures.