Paraeducator Pre-K (2026-2027) School Year

About the role

A paraeducator in the Pre-K program assists the teacher in creating a safe and engaging environment that supports the social, cognitive, physical, and emotional growth of young children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students across various settings.
• Engage positively with students during snacks and meals.
• Assist with basic student needs including self-care, feeding, toileting, diapering, and physical transfers.
• Support teachers in school activities and administrative tasks.
• Communicate with parents as needed.
• Participate in classroom management and positive reinforcement activities.
• Complete district-required forms for snack and toileting.
• Prepare instructional materials and learning centers.
• Collaborate with the PreK team to implement developmentally appropriate practices.
• Manage classroom routines and procedures.
• Implement and support student behavior plans.
• Participate in team responsibilities and communicate with team members.
• Promote student engagement in activities.
• Provide accommodations and modifications to meet individual student needs.
• Contribute to data collection for individual and group activities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 48 accredited college credits, verifiable through a transcript or state-approved assessment.
• Associate's degree in Early Childhood preferred.
• Pass a Physical Capacity Profile (PCP) test.