Elementary Paraeducator

The Parish School•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Parish School is seeking a collaborative and passionate Elementary Paraeducator to join their team. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience and mentorship in a nurturing, camp-like atmosphere. The school focuses on empowering children with communication delays and learning differences through whole-child education, innovative therapy, and access to nature. The Elementary Paraeducator will support diverse learners in a language-based classroom, working alongside a multidisciplinary team to implement therapeutic strategies and curricula that foster communication, academic, and social-emotional development. Instruction is delivered through a multisensory, nature-based approach. In a permanent classroom assignment, the paraeducator supports the educator and speech-language pathologist. As a floater, they will assist across classrooms as needed. The Parish School is committed to a purposeful and meaningful career that transforms students' lives.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or two years related experience

Nice To Haves

Collaboration and small classroom ratios
Experience and teaching mentorship
Camp like atmosphere
Proficient in MS Office applications
Familiarity with PCs and tablets
Willingness to learn applications and educational software

Responsibilities

Prepares materials needed for instructional activities
Prepares the classroom area daily for instruction, including set up and clean up
Leads small and large group lessons utilizing the schools adopted curriculum as guided by the classroom educator and speech language pathologist
Assists lead educator and speech language pathologist in curriculum assessment on a regular basis
Understands and implements therapy goals and strategies for each student as guided by the classroom educator and speech language pathologist
Demonstrates understanding and implementation of the 7 Skills of Discipline aligned with the Conscious Discipline approach
Provides classroom and behavior management support as guided by the classroom educator and speech language pathologist
Supports instruction through the arts, PE, library and nature education
Collaborates with professionals from various disciplines to promote a child’s development in all areas
Assists with morning/afternoon carpool and supports a student’s transition to and from school
Participates in team meetings as needed, including round tables, placement meetings and collaborative committee meetings
May lead the class when the educator/speech language pathologist is absent or serve as a substitute for instructional staff members as needed
Attends an overnight camp in the spring if assigned
Stays current on all school communications, including reading and responding to emails and reviewing their Outlook calendar
Maintains communication with staff and administration
Utilizes the computer for various resources that support instruction and home to school connections
Maintains daily attendance, conference minutes, filing, and other reporting documentation
Fulfills professional development requirements as outlined by the school
Fosters a positive work culture