Paraeducator III (ECSE SDC)- 6 hrs/day (Castori)
About The Position
Performs specialized instructional support to individuals and groups of Special Education or Severely Handicapped students. This position applies to those who have been trained and who are integrating significant para-professional health care services or behavior interventions with instructional support. The position is based at Castori and works 6 hours per day, 5 days per week, for 182 work days per year. Salary is $22.11–$29.22 per hour in 9 annual steps, with placement based on relevant experience. Medical, dental, vision, and employee life insurance are available to employees who work at least 4 hours per day. The district contributes the full cost for employees working 6 or more hours per day and 50% for employees working 4–5.99 hours per day. The position typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 48 degree-eligible college units, and one year of experience working in a classroom environment containing students with special needs. Additional college coursework may substitute for some experience, and additional experience in an instructional support or health care environment may substitute for some post-secondary education. A valid driver’s license may be required. A valid First-Aid card and CPR certificate are required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 48 degree-eligible college credit units, typically required; alternatively, the Paraeducator Proficiency Exam may satisfy the stated NCLB compliance document requirement.
- One year of experience working in a classroom environment containing students with special needs. Additional college coursework may substitute for some experience, and additional instructional support or health care experience may substitute for some post-secondary education.
- Valid First-Aid card and CPR certificate.
- A valid driver’s license may be required.
- Submit CPR/First Aid Certification, NCLB Compliance documentation, proof of high school graduation or equivalent, and a resume demonstrating required experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide specialized instructional support to individuals and groups of Special Education or Severely Handicapped students.
- Integrate trained para-professional health care services or behavior interventions with instructional support.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
