SPED Paraeducator II: Autism Support & Instruction

Washoe County School District; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid sick leave

Vacation pay

PERS retirement system

Job summary

Washoe County School District in Reno, NV is seeking a Paraeducator Assistant II in Special Education to support teachers with individual and group instruction. The role involves developing materials, recording data, and assisting in various SPED programs across classrooms and settings.

The incumbent will prepare lesson outlines, create teaching aids, and help manage behavior and classroom routines, including data collection for IEPs.

Qualifications

• Education: 48 semester units / 60 quarter units; desirable in child development, education, or special education.
• Experience: One year of general instructional or student guidance work; two years as Paraeducator aide preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff in classroom and related areas; prepare lesson outlines and plans.
• Prepare teaching aids and present subject matter using varied methods.
• Assist students individually or in groups with assignments; reinforce learning concepts.
• Observe progress and refer issues to the classroom teacher; communicate with parents.
• Maintain classroom and AV equipment; manage supplies and materials; enforce discipline.

Skills

Instruction support

Data collection

Communication strategies

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Behavior management

IEP collaboration

Vocational training

Education

48 semester units / 60 quarter units

Desirable: child development / education / special education

Tools

Audio-visual equipment

Office equipment

Job description

Washoe County School District in Reno, NV is seeking a Paraeducator Assistant II in Special Education to support teachers with individual and group instruction. The role involves developing materials, recording data, and assisting in various SPED programs across classrooms and settings.

The incumbent will prepare lesson outlines, create teaching aids, and help manage behavior and classroom routines, including data collection for IEPs.