Early Childhood Paraeducator I - Reg Ed (Buena Vista ES)
About The Position
Montessori Teacher Aides play an essential role in creating and maintaining the calm, purposeful, and student-centered environment that defines a Montessori classroom. By supporting the prepared environment, organizing materials, reinforcing routines, and helping classrooms run smoothly, aides ensure students can engage independently and meaningfully in their learning. Working closely with the lead teacher, they supervise and support students, assist with transitions, and monitor student well-being while fostering independence through guidance rather than doing tasks for children. Through careful observation, gentle support, and purposeful collaboration, Montessori aides help students build confidence, responsibility, resilience, and problem-solving skills while allowing for the individualized attention that is central to Montessori education. This position provides instructional and behavioral support to students under the direction of a certified teacher, working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and develop academic, communication, and functional skills. The role implements accommodations, modifications, and instructional strategies aligned with students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs), while monitoring, documenting, and reporting student progress and behavior in compliance with established requirements, including Medicaid documentation as applicable. The position supports classroom operations by preparing instructional materials, assisting with assessments and attendance, and completing clerical and organizational tasks related to student services. It promotes a structured, positive learning environment by reinforcing behavior plans, supporting social-emotional development, and assisting students with daily routines, transitions, and independence. This role requires strong collaboration, adaptability, and attention to detail, as it involves supervising and supporting students across multiple settings and responding to diverse academic and behavioral needs throughout the school day.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Title 1 Schools Only: Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education; or obtained an associate’s or higher degree; or demonstrated rigorous standard of quality through a formal state or local academic assessment (ex: ACT-Work Keys and ETS-ParaPro)
- Experience working with children with disabilities or in a related setting
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree or higher in education or related field
- Bilingual skills relevant to district population
Responsibilities
- Provide instructional and behavioral support to students under the direction of a certified teacher, working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and develop academic, communication, and functional skills.
- Implement accommodations, modifications, and instructional strategies aligned with students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
- Monitor, document, and report student progress and behavior; maintain accurate records aligned with IEP goals and compliance requirements, including Medicaid documentation as applicable.
- Support classroom operations by preparing instructional materials, assisting with assessments, recording attendance, and completing required paperwork related to student services.
- Assist students with classroom activities and daily routines, including support for independence, transitions, and functional skill development.
- Promote a positive, structured learning environment by reinforcing behavior plans, social-emotional skills, and appropriate student behavior.
- Supervise and support students across settings, including classroom, playground, lunchroom, field trips, and other school activities, with attention to individual needs.
- Perform clerical and organizational tasks, including data entry, filing, copying, laminating, inventory management, and ordering supplies.
- Assist with classroom logistics and events, including transitions, drills, and specialized programming needs.
- Utilize standard office and classroom technology to support instructional, behavioral, and documentation requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Non-Recurring Pay: 7% of base salary in Non-Recurring Pay (distributed as 3.5% on November paycheck and 3.5 % on May paycheck).
- Staffing Stability Incentive (Adams Elementary, Galileo Middle School and Mitchell High School): ESP employees will receive the equivalent of one salary step divided over 12 pay periods.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
