CHILDRENS VILLAGE PARA EDUCATOR - 4 YO PRESCHOOL SITES

Internal applicants: apply between 08/13/2026 and 08/19/2026 at 4 PM. External applicants: apply if no internal applicants are hired; positions open until filled.

Pay

New hires: $16.39 – $20.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Provide services for special-education students in general-education or special-education settings.
• Work with students exhibiting moderate to severe behavior disabilities and learning difficulties, including students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Accept direction from general- and special-education teachers and support staff.
• Assist with managing behavior and physical disabilities of children.
• Assist with daily activities and routine care of students.
• Work collaboratively with teachers using developmentally appropriate practices.
• Monitor students’ progress by keeping records and providing feedback as requested.
• Follow teacher direction for instruction.
• Use positive-reinforcement and guidance techniques to manage behavior during transitions, activities, redirection, and playground assistance.
• Help children build internal control.
• Engage in ongoing staff development.
• Model flexibility as student needs change.
• Assist in arrival and departure of students.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and complete diapering.
• Model enthusiasm and patience.
• Work flexible hours to meet operational needs of the early-learning center.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate OR an AA degree or higher in Early Childhood field (QPPS/Head Start requirements) OR successfully complete the Iowa Paraprofessional classes and obtain the Iowa Paraprofessional Certificate within two years of hire.
• If associate degree or higher is in a related field, must be willing to complete CDA requirements or equivalent within a timeframe determined at hire.
• Pass the Medicaid Fraud background check prior to hire and remain clear of the Medicaid Fraud listing.
• Complete a background check, fingerprinting, and a physical every two years per DHS guidelines.
• Complete required DHS training hours each year.
• Complete Infant/Child/Adult CPR and First Aid within six months of hire and maintain certification.
• Complete Universal Precaution and Exposure training prior to start date and remain current.
• Meet NAEYC, QPPS, DHS, and Head Start Performance Standards.
• Complete or show proof of DHS Essentials training within 90 days of hire.
• Hold a Mandatory Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Reporter Certificate prior to start date and remain current.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students and families.
• Good attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to support and implement Davenport’s multi-tiered system of supports for behavior and academics.
• Positive attitude toward special-needs children.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and staff.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Patience, compassion, and sensitivity when working with a diverse population.
• Recognition of the need for confidentiality regarding children’s and parents’ rights to privacy.
• Friendly and caring demeanor.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to withstand weather for outside activities.
• Ability to lift, pull, and push up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to sit and kneel on the floor.