Top 23 paraeducator Jobs in waverly, ia

Special Education Paraeducator
Waverly Shell Rock Community School District —Waverly, IA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Working with individuals with disabilities
- Ability to walk for extended periods
Preschool Paraeducator
Waverly Shell Rock Community School District —Waverly, IA
- From $16.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Preschool
- Children
- Associate's degree
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Classroom and Student Support Associates
TeachIowa —Waverly, IA
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
High School Special Education Associate
Waverly Shell Rock Community School District —Waverly, IA
- From $16 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
Paraeducator
TeachIowa —Clarksville, IA
- Classroom
- Organizational skills
- Entry level
Special Education Paraeducator - ESC/Excel
Cedar Falls Community Schools —Cedar Falls, IA
- Up to $15.20 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Working with individuals with disabilities
- Word processing
Preschool General Education Paraeducator - Hansen
Cedar Falls Community Schools —Cedar Falls, IA
- Up to $14.67 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Working with individuals with disabilities
- Word processing
Special Education Paraeducator-North Cedar
Cedar Falls Community Schools —Cedar Falls, IA
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Working with individuals with disabilities
- Word processing
4d
Paraeducator-Elementary
TeachIowa —Allison, IA
- Classroom
- Organizational skills
- Elementary school
Behavior Focus Behavior Intervention Specialist - Elementary
Waterloo Community School District —Waterloo, IA
- $18.49 - $20.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
Behavior Intervention Specialist - High School
Waterloo Community School District —Waterloo, IA
- $18.49 - $20.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
Paraeducator/Custodian
TeachIowa —Allison, IA
- 4 hour shift
- Sanitation
- Cleaning
- Public school
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
8d
Special Education Paraeducator/Instructional Assistant - High School
Waterloo Community School District —Waterloo, IA
- $18.29 - $20.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Working with individuals with developmental disabilities
2d
Special Education Paraeducator/Instructional Assistant - Elementary
Waterloo Community School District —Waterloo, IA
- $18.29 - $20.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Working with individuals with disabilities
2d
Para Educator
TeachIowa —Parkersburg, IA
- Email
- Classroom
- High school
- High school diploma or GED
Para-Educator
TeachIowa —Parkersburg, IA
- Email
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
Substitute Paraeducator
Waterloo Community School District —Waterloo, IA
- $14.43 an hour
- Background check
- Classroom
- Pass drug screening
Van Route Paraeducator
TeachIowa —Allison, IA
- Monday to Friday
- Entry level
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Special Education Paraeducator

Waverly Shell Rock Community School District -
Waverly, IA

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Student supervision
Classroom management assistance
Emotional support for children
Social skills building
Student progress monitoring
Instructional modifications
Student emotional support
Individual crisis management
Working with individuals with disabilities
Academic IEP goal implementation
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Conflict de-escalation
Mobility assistance
De-escalation support in education
Physical assistance for special education students
High school diploma or GED
Student social support
Academic interventions
Working with students
Social-emotional learning (SEL) support in special education
Data collection for student progress in special education
Emotional safety support
IEP progress monitoring
Paraprofessional Certification
Working with individuals with physical disabilities
Special education record keeping
Working with elementary school students
Assistive technologies
Disability services
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Hours: 7:45 - 3:15
-

Location: Shell Rock Elementary

Reports To: Building Principal / Special Education Teacher

Position Summary

The 1:1 Special Education Paraeducator provides essential academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to a specific student to ensure their success in the least restrictive environment. Working closely under the direction of a certified Special Education Teacher, the Paraeducator implements Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and helps the student navigate the school day with confidence and independence.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Support

Deliver modified lessons and academic interventions as designed by the classroom teacher.
Assist the student in using assistive technology or specialized learning materials.
Monitor and document the student's progress toward specific IEP goals.

Behavioral & Social Support

Implement de-escalation strategies as needed.
Facilitate social interactions between the student and their peers to foster an inclusive environment.
Promote student independence by gradually fading prompts and support as skills are mastered.

Student Care & Safety

Provide 1:1 supervision during transitions, lunch, recess, and specialized classes (PE, Music, Art).
Assist with physical needs, which may include mobility assistance, personal care, or specialized health procedures (as trained and assigned).
Maintain a calm, respectful, and encouraging demeanor at all times.

Collaboration & Professionalism

Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student records and performance (FERPA compliance).
Communicate regularly with the lead teacher regarding student successes and challenges.
Participate in professional development and team meetings as requested.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; Paraeducator Certification or post-secondary education in a related field preferred.
Experience: Previous experience working with children with diverse learning needs or disabilities is highly valued.
Attributes: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- High levels of patience, empathy, and flexibility.
- Ability to remain composed and professional in high-stress situations.
- Physical ability to stand, walk, and assist students throughout the school building..

Physical Requirements:

Regularly required to use hands to manipulate or feel for objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear.
Must be ability to move throughout the school and classroom which would involved standing, walking, kneeling, bending, etc.
Must be capable of lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds

NOTE: The physical demands described above represent real-life tasks an employee may need to perform as part of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While the frequency may be low, the above stated physical demands may be required during the course of a daily work shift. (Tasks that have physical demands that exceed the above stated limits should only be performed with sufficient manpower or material-handling equipment.)

DISCLAIMER:

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. These statements are not intended to limit or, in any way, modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The district does not discriminate based on gender, race, national origin, creed, age, marital status or disability and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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