Special Education Paraprofessional

Special Education Paraprofessional Southern Minnesota Education Consortium Looking for the right people to join our team!

SMEC CARDS

program is a K-12 program working with students with Autism. SMEC is a cooperative of rural school districts working collaboratively to support the needs of all learners. We are looking to fill multiple positions across the consortium with paraprofessional support. This is a year-round position.

Duties:

• Assist in implementing behavior management strategies for children with special needs
• Provide support and assistance to children in a classroom setting
• Help create and implement curriculum development activities for students
• Support the lead teacher in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for children with autism or other special needs
• Assist with daily routines, including mealtime, dressing, and toileting
• Monitor and ensure the safety and well-being of all children in the classroom

Skills:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Patience and understanding when working with children with special needs
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively with a team
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques and strategies
• Familiarity with curriculum development for school-aged children
• Experience working in a school or childcare facility preferred

Note:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.79

• $22.

65 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) AD&D insurance Bereavement leave Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

PCA:

1 year (Preferred)

Language:

English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Paraprofessional Certification (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Le Roy, MN 55951 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person