Summary

Support Staff/Paraprofessional | Bear Cave Intermediate | Available: ASAP | Closing: When Filled

Description

Position:  Special Education Support Professional (Paraprofessional)

Starting Date:  As Soon As Possible

Job Description:  Under the direction of a building administrator and guidance of licensed staff, the special education support professional (paraprofessional) will provide assistance to students with disabilities so they may access the curriculum and benefit from their educational placement in special education.  

  • Assist the special education teacher in implementing each student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) 
  • Assist students with disabilities with physical elements of hygiene/bathroom cares/medical cares once certified through training
  • Assist with behavior management programs and crisis intervention plans 
  • Maintain confidentiality of student records and classroom information

Qualifications/Degree:   

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Previous experience working with children preferred
  • 2-year degree or a passing score on the Para Educator test preferred

Special Job Requirements:

  • Position requires the ability to run, bend, stoop, kneel, work on feet, lift up to 40 lbs
  • Position involves listening, speaking clearly, and visual acuity  
  • Position requires knowledge of basic academic subjects/basic developmental activities

Beginning Salary Range:  Rate of pay is $17.25 – $19.89 per hour. Starting pay rate depending upon prior experience and education.

Benefits:  We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week. This includes health insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care, and life insurance. Additional benefit details are outlined in the attachments.  

Person(s) Requesting Position:  Courtney Gehling, Special Services Director and Jeff Johnson, Bear Cave Intermediate Principal          

Date Requested:  1/22/2025
 

Belinda Selfors, Superintendent, ISD 534