Midland Community School District
106 West Webster Street
PO Box 109
Wyoming, IA 52362
Phone 319-259-5340 ext 1200
Fax 563-488-2253
510 3rd Avenue North
Oxford Junction, IA 52323
Phone 319-259-5340
Fax 563-826-2681
Job Title: Para Educator (General, Elementary/Secondary)
Pay Program: Classified
Typical Work Year: 9 months/32-40 per week
Reports to: Teacher, Building Principal, Superintendent, and/or School Business Official
Summary
May assist students by helping individuals or small groups of students with academic support implementing instruction, reinforcing learning skills, reinforcing school-wide discipline procedures, movement to & from classes, bus, etc., and personal health & hygiene. May assist instructors with preparation of classroom materials. Monitoring students, and evaluating and recording student achievement. May supervise students in a variety of settings including, but not limited to, study hall, recess, etc.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Tasks Descriptions
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Assists students with classroom activities. Implements teacher’s instruction plan. Performs tutoring, both individually and with small groups to ensure mastering of subject(s). Provide supervision and support in order for students to fully participate in class activities.
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Assists teachers in preparing materials, administering tests, grading, attendance, etc. Assists with paperwork and documentation as needed.
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Assist special needs students in performing daily routines, including but not limited to getting to and from class and bus stops, using the restroom, diapering, feeding tubes, and catherizations.
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Monitors students during breaks, recess, time outs, on field trips, etc.
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Assists with special projects. May administer first aide and/or assist students to clinic or nurse.
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Perform other job-related duties as assigned including lunchroom, playground, and study hall duty, but not limited too.
Education and Related Work Experience
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High School Diploma or equivalent.
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No experience required.
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Experience in working with school age children preferred.
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Para Educator certification or teaching degree preferred.
License, Registrations or Certifications
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Criminal background check required for hire.
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CPR and First Aid certifications are preferred.
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Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
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Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies, building and department procedures.
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Abilities to communicate interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those with mild to severe disabilities from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds. Willingness to contribute to cultural diversity for educational enrichment.
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Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
Materials and Equipment Operating Knowledge
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Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, computers, copier, fax machine, e-mail, etc.
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Operating knowledge of special communication systems.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by and 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.
Physical Activities
Amount of time
None
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3
Use hands to finger, handle or feed
X
Reach with hands & arms
X
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
X
Weight & Force Demands
Amount of time
None
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3
Mental Functions
Amount of time
None
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3
Work Environment
Amount of time
None
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3
Wet or Humid Conditions (non-weather)
X
Work near moving mechanical parts
X
Work in high, precarious places
X
Fumes or airborne particles
X
Toxic or caustic chemicals
X
Outdoor weather conditions
X
Extreme cold (non-weather)
X
Extreme heat (non-weather)
X
Risk of electrical shock
X
No special vision requirements
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
X
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
X
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
X
Ability to adjust focus
X
Noise Level
Exposure Level
The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by a negotiated contract.
Any employee not covered by a negotiated contract agreement is an “at-will” employee. Either the school district or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause, so long as there is no violation of applicable federal or state law. The school district can define the number of days’ notice required of a terminating employee.
A signed copy of this job description should be placed in the employee’s personnel file.
Signature of Supervisor: ___________________________________
Date: _________________________
Signature of Employee: ____________________________________
Date: _________________________
- MUST ADHERE TO THE CURRENT STANDARDS – 12.18.2017
