Substitute Paraprofessional

Young World Physical Education

Malvern (IA)

On-site

USD 16,159

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a part-time Substitute Paraprofessional to support K-12 students. The role pays $11.73/hour and involves assisting teachers, working with a variety of students, and contributing to a positive educational environment. Applicants should be flexible and motivated individuals who can effectively engage with students from diverse backgrounds. Responsibilities include academic assistance, modeling positive behaviors, and maintaining confidentiality. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

Energetic and motivated individuals needed to work with K-12 students.
Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and follow directions.
Experience in instructional support is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist classroom teachers to provide academic support.
Work with students of diverse backgrounds and needs.
Model enthusiasm and patience while working with students.

Skills

Flexibility

Positive reinforcement techniques

Interpersonal skills

Ability to assist students with disabilities

Multi-tasking

Job description

Substitute Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 4849692
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 25, 2024 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

EMCSD is accepting applications for energetic and motivated Substitute Paraprofessionals to work with students at all levels, from K-12. We consider our substitutes to be integral members of the staff. We strongly believe the substitute is able to provide meaningful educational experiences in the absence of the regular staff member by insuring continuity in the educational program, enforcing school rules fairly and consistently, following substitute plans, interacting positively with students and communicating with staff members.

Pay is $11.73/hour.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Willing to work at a variety of school buildings and classrooms with sometimes limited notice as to assignment. Hours of work will vary between the buildings.
Working with a variety of students, including but not limited to students in regular education classrooms, behavior disordered students, students with physical and/or mental disabilities, at-risk students, preschool/elementary/intermediate/high school-aged students, and students with diverse ethnic and/or socioeconomic backgrounds.
Working under the supervision of classroom teacher(s) to provide academic assistance, social adjustment and instruction on skills to students.
Assisting with daily activities and routine care of students.
Following teacher(s) direction for instruction.
Modeling flexibility in duties as the needs of students change.
Modeling enthusiasm and patience.
Assisting, when needed, with lunchroom duties and playground supervision.
Willingness to use positive reinforcement techniques and appropriate guidance techniques to assist in managing developmental behavior throughout the school routine including transition times, and activities redirection.
Assisting in arrival and/or departure of students.
Willing to work well as part of a team, and also ability to work with individuals, small and large groups.
Maintaining and respecting confidentiality in accordance with District rules and regulations.
Maintaining positive interpersonal skills with students, parents and staff.
Preparing materials for classroom teacher(s).
Ability to multi-task and follow directions.
Ability to anticipate and solve problems.
Using office equipment, including but not limited to: fax machines, copiers, computers, telephones.
Other duties as assigned by building Administrator(s).