Special Needs Paraeducator: Sign Language Support

BUILDING TO BE DETERMINED; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Laramie County School District 1 in Cheyenne, WY is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator with sign language skills. You will assist a certified teacher, support students with special needs, and help implement IEP goals in a 10-month school year.

Responsibilities include modeling appropriate social behavior, supervising students, and providing needed personal care per health staff instructions. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with school-age children preferred.
• Experience working with children with special needs preferred.
• Experience working in a healthcare field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a certified teacher, assist in practicing and reinforcing learning concepts.
• Assist with individual medical and personal needs of students as instructed by health staff.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement IEP objectives and monitor student progress.
• Monitor and document student activities and behavior; provide clerical support as needed.
• Support various programs including PALS, CLAS, and sign support.

Skills

Sign language

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience with school-age children preferred

Experience with children with special needs preferred

Experience in healthcare field preferred

Job description

Laramie County School District 1 in Cheyenne, WY is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator with sign language skills. You will assist a certified teacher, support students with special needs, and help implement IEP goals in a 10-month school year.

Responsibilities include modeling appropriate social behavior, supervising students, and providing needed personal care per health staff instructions. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.