Classified - Special Education Paraeducator (Resource 3)

Fremont Public Schools•Fremont, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Paraeducator (Resource 3) position at Washington Elementary involves supporting students with their educational and personal needs under the guidance of teachers and therapists. This role is crucial in assisting students with daily tasks, learning activities, and behavior management, contributing to a positive and effective learning environment. The position is available to start in August 2026 and offers a supportive team environment focused on student and community well-being.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Drivers License
Effective oral and written communication skills
Understanding of basic reading and math skills
Regular, dependable in-person attendance on the job
Ability to perform the identified tasks and to possess and utilize the identified knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the identified work activities
Ability to perform the physical requirements on their specific job description

Nice To Haves

Post Secondary training
First Aid/CPR certificate
Working with children/students

Responsibilities

Perform classroom support duties under the supervision and guidance of classroom teachers and therapists, including feeding, toileting, transferring, and positioning.
Assist with physical and occupational therapy for students under the supervision and/or direction of Occupational Therapist and/or Physical Therapist.
Abide by the guidelines established for Paraeducators of the State of Nebraska and the School District.
Demonstrate the ability and willingness to perform and fulfill assigned duties as designated by the supervising teacher and/or therapist.
Assist the supervising teacher/therapist in the collection and preparation of instructional material and equipment.
Assist with the evaluation, monitoring, and supervision of students’ work.
Assist students in performing activities initiated by the supervising teacher.
Prepare instructional aids, games, and bulletin boards at the discretion of the supervising teacher.
Implement behavior management and modification techniques as structured and monitored by the supervising teacher for individual students.
Assist with various classroom clerical and daily organizational duties.
Attend professional development meetings and workshops for paraeducators.
Respect the confidentiality of information about students and communicate progress or concerns about students to parents or staff only with the authorization of the supervising teacher.
Exhibit a positive working relationship with students and staff.
Follow all rules and regulations relating to school and district policies.
Assist in the loading and unloading of students from vehicles as needed and supervise students while being transported by district vehicles as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher, therapist, and/or administrative staff.