Associate / Special Education Paraeducator Provide direct instructional, behavioral, and personal care support to students with special needs under the direction of a licensed Special Education Teacher, helping ensure a safe, inclusive, and effective learning environment.

Key Responsibilities Instructional Support:

Assist individual students or small groups with academic tasks, reinforcing lessons prepared by the teacher.

IEP & Behavior Support:

Help implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and positive behavior intervention plans; track and record daily progress or behavior data.

Personal Care:

Provide assistance with daily living needs as needed (e.g., mobility, feeding, personal hygiene/toileting).

Supervision:

Monitor assigned students during non-instructional times, including recess, lunch, hallway transitions, and bus loading/unloading.

Classroom Assistance:

Assist with setting up equipment, adapting learning materials, and maintaining an orderly classroom.

Qualifications Education:

High School Diploma or GED required

Experience:

Experience working with children or individuals with special needs preferred.

Skills:

Strong patience, empathy, and interpersonal skills. Ability to follow teacher directions and district policies consistently. Ability to maintain strict student confidentiality.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to bend, stoop, stand for extended periods, and occasionally lift or assist students.