Special Education Para Professional

About the Employer

Special Education Para - Grant

Job Summary

Work with students individually or in group settings under the direction of professional staff. Assist with supervision of students and implement behavior management strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Work with students to complete assigned tasks Supervise students in classroom, cafeteria, halls, etc. Implement behavior management strategies Ride bus with students (if applicable) Assist students with health assistance under the guidance of nurses Prepare materials for educational process Assist students at mealtime Maintain personal hygiene areas Escort students to and from bus or car Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education

Two-year post-secondary education or Paraeducator Certificate or qualifying score on NCRC Assessment Test required

Skills

Good oral and written communication skills Ability to work independently Flexibility in working with classroom teachers Ability to effectively supervise students while maintaining a positive relationship with them Capable of representing the school in a professional manner (including confidentiality, communication skills, and dress)

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequently stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; talk and hear Occasionally squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward 0 to 24 inches and on occasion up to 36 inches Continuously uses hand strength to grasp items Frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing duties Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 0 to 12 feet and occasionally up to 20 feet (such as curriculum materials, desks, chairs, and boxes) Sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Quiet noise level in the work environment Commitment of professional working hours that may require extending beyond a typical 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. workday Frequent work in different areas of the classroom, including in/at desks, on or near the floor, standing, and in movement while supervising indoor and outdoor activities Work in indoor temperatures but may work outdoors when supervising students outside of the classroom

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is an equal opportunity employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.

Classification

Teacher Associates (7) hours per day

Salary

$17.26/hour

Start Date

To be determined in 2026-2027 school year

Preparation and Experience

Willingness to assume responsibility Ability to work well with others Flexibility in working with classroom teachers Good oral and written communication skills Ability to work independently Ability to effectively supervise students while maintaining a positive relationship with them Capable of representing the school in a professional manner (including confidentiality, communication skills, and dress)

Essential Functions

Good oral and written communication skills Ability to work independently Flexibility in working with classroom teachers To perform essential functions successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned.