Special Education Aide (6.25 hrs/day)

Muscatine Community School District • Muscatine, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Paraeducator supports classroom teachers and professional staff in helping students meet academic and behavioral goals and develop social skills. The position serves students with academic, social, and emotional needs, individually or in groups, and may include one-to-one assistance with assigned tasks. The role is hourly and scheduled for nine months per year while school is in session. The posted schedule is 6.25 hours per day, Monday through Friday, approximately 7:40 a.m. to 2:25 p.m.; schedules may change based on student and building needs and may begin or end with little notice. Starting pay is $18.40 per hour. Essential functions are performed on-site, at an assigned location.

The employee reports to the principal and special education teacher. Training may include Chapter 103 and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, provided internally; medication-administration certification may also be required. Additional training may be assigned. The employee must attend required training when offered to remain eligible for the position. An interview, pre-employment background check, and onboarding/training session are required before starting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Computer proficiency with software appropriate to the role.
• Experience working with challenged students.
• Ability to work independently and help students become more self-sufficient and successful in class.
• Physical ability to assist students, including physically challenged students and lifting students as required.
• Ability to lead small-group drill work, remediation, or one-to-one tutoring.
• Proficiency with student equipment, including computers, wheelchairs, health equipment, mobilizers, and immobilizers.
• Knowledge of building and school bus safety procedures and building and school alarm systems.
• Patience and ability to remain composed around occasional bad language, threats of physical violence, or students' personal habits.
• Willingness to assume responsibility and help students become part of the class.
• Good human relations and interpersonal skills; ability to work well with others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all information.
• Ability to work under stress with large numbers of students, parents, and coworkers.
• Must take required training when offered to remain eligible for the position.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual ability is preferred or highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist students individually or in group settings under the direction of professional staff.
• Support students with academic, social, and emotional needs.
• Work one-to-one with students to help them complete assigned tasks when needed.
• Support data-collection systems under teacher direction.
• Assist students in the restroom or with personal hygiene when needed.
• Maintain regular attendance to provide consistency for students.
• Help students become more self-sufficient and successful in class.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED