SPED Para-Educator III (LPE): Classroom Support

Liberty Peak Elementary; Spring Creek (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Peak Elementary in Spring Creek, Nevada, seeks a Para-Educator to support licensed professionals in SPED classrooms. Full-time paraprofessional role includes assisting with instructional programs, behavior support, attendance, materials, and student supervision.

The position is grant funded and requires CPR/AED certification, high school diploma or GED, and an Associate Degree or equivalent credits or para-pro exam score. Reporting to the school principal.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent (GED, etc.).
• Associate Degree or 48 semester hours, or passing para-pro ETS score (460).
• CPR/AED certification required and maintained; in-person training.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed staff in instructional programs.
• Maintain discipline and encourage appropriate behavior.
• Take attendance, correct papers, and present instructional materials.
• May prepare bulletins and instructional materials; load/unload buses as needed.
• Assist with personal care and sanitary needs; assist in feeding students.
• May operate classroom and office machines; participate in physical activities.
• Contribute to student progress and behavior reports; help with daily activities.
• Complete standard district/school forms; follow safety standards.

Skills

CPR/AED

Crisis management

Confidentiality

Record keeping

Teamwork

Behavior management

Education

High school graduation

Associate Degree or 48 credits

Job description

Liberty Peak Elementary in Spring Creek, Nevada, seeks a Para-Educator to support licensed professionals in SPED classrooms. Full-time paraprofessional role includes assisting with instructional programs, behavior support, attendance, materials, and student supervision.

The position is grant funded and requires CPR/AED certification, high school diploma or GED, and an Associate Degree or equivalent credits or para-pro exam score. Reporting to the school principal.