Elementary Special Education Para

Job summary
Special Education Teaching Assistant positionSupporting scholars with disabilities in an inclusive classroomFostering academic growth and building social-emotional skills
Job seniority: entry level
Responsibilities
• Assisting students with severe needs in daily living• Instructing small and large groups in various subjects• Supervising and supporting students in different settings• Monitoring behavior and implementing behavior plans• Administering medical tasks and therapies as directed
Requirements
• High school diploma or GED• Passing a background check• Eligibility to work in the United States• Previous experience with students with disabilities preferred• CPI/NCI training preferred
Key Skills Needed
• Experience working with students with disabilities• Strong classroom management skills• Effective communication and collaboration• Ability to implement behavior plans• Knowledge of therapeutic and instructional techniques
Benefits
• Health insurance• Disability insurance• Life insurance• Retirement through PERA• Paid time off