STEPPING STONES PARA EDUCATOR - 2.50 HRS/DAY

Davenport Community Schools; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Davenport Community Schools seeks a program staff member to serve as Director for all DHS Licensed Stepping Stones Program Sites. Under supervision, you will support recreation program activities and ensure health and safety in and outside the school building.

You will supervise students, assist instructors, model positive social skills, facilitate behavioral interventions, and collaborate with staff, families, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in large and small group setting
• Assist certified instructors and community agency representatives with program activities
• Engage with students in large and small groups, modeling good social skills and facilitating healthy relationships
• Facilitate behavioral interventions according to Stepping Stones philosophy, policies and procedures, as needed and appropriate
• Communicate in a positive and professional manner with other Stepping Stones staff members, students, families, and the public
• Always provides direct supervision of students, ensuring health and safety both in and outside the school building
• Assist students with academic activities, supporting good work habits, critical thinking skills, and positive attitudes about learning
• Participates in the preparation, facilitation and clean-up of activities, including the maintenance of Stepping Stones materials and program space
• Other similar duties, as requested
• Required 12 hours of ongoing professional development each academic year
• Must have the following within 60 days of employment: DHS Child Care Assistance, Mandatory Reporter Training, CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

Current paras use the internal application process to apply.

All other current district employees (not paras), or external applicants apply online by completing the external application.

INTERNAL BIDDERS: OPEN 06/08/2026 THRU 06/12/2026 @ 4PM

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS (if no internal bidders): OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Wages

Entry level rate $16.39/hr.; Current employees in the bargaining unit: Please refer to the salary schedule established by the applicable bargaining group.

Duties & Responsibilities:

(Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Serve as Program Director for all DHS Licensed Stepping Stones Program Sites.

Under immediate supervision, performs work of routine and moderate difficulty in recreation programs, and performs related work as required.

Examples Of Duties

• Supervise students in large and small group setting
• Assists certified instructors and community agency representatives with program activities.
• Engage with students in large and small groups, modeling good social skills and facilitating healthy relationships.
• Facilitate behavioral interventions according to Stepping Stones philosophy, policies and procedures, as needed and appropriate.
• Communicate in a positive and professional manner with other Stepping Stones staff members, students, families, and the public.
• Always provides direct supervision of students, ensuring health and safety both in and outside the school building.
• Assist students with academic activities, supporting good work habits, critical thinking skills, and positive attitudes about learning.
• Participates in the preparation, facilitation and clean-up of activities, including the maintenance of Stepping Stones materials and program space.
• Other similar duties, as requested.
• Required 12 hours of ongoing professional development each academic year
• Must have the following within 60 days of employment: DHS Child Care Assistance, Mandatory Reporter Training, CPR/First Aid Certification

Physical Requirements of Position (HBV ? Yes ? No)

• Able to walk up and down stairs
• Walk and carry materials up and down steps
• Stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Lift 30 pounds
• Bend, squat and kneel

Special Qualification Desired:

• Must have good attendance
• Punctual and consistent attendance record
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff
• Experience in creating and maintaining positive learning environments and contributing to a positive climate and culture
• Positive attitude and ability to be flexible.
• Patient, compassionate and willing to work with a diverse population.