Special Education Paraeducator (Juneau-Douglas High School)

Summary:

Works primarily with students who are in special education. Presents material and activities to improve skills in assigned areas, which may include reading, writing, math, computers and/or vocational education. Works individually or in small groups. Records grades and other measures of students' progress and behavior.

About the role

• Works with students in special education settings
• Presents material and activities to improve skills in various academic areas
• Records grades and other measures of student progress and behavior

Responsibilities

• Provides instructional assistance in assigned areas
• Maintains confidentiality of student and school information
• Communicates effectively verbally and in writing
• Operates personal computers and related software
• Maintains effective working relationships with staff, students, and parents

Requirements

• High School diploma
• Some prior experience working with school age children preferred
• CPR, first aid, and district-approved behavior management techniques may be required
• Valid Alaska drivers license required
• Must have either an AA degree, or 48 semester hours, or be willing to take and pass the WorkKeys Exam (support available)

Qualifications

• Knowledge of files and record keeping
• Knowledge of personal computers and related software
• Knowledge of school age children's behavior
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to provide instructional assistance in assigned areas
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to operate a personal computer and related software
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, and parents

Skills

• Confidentiality
• Instructional assistance
• Communication
• Computer operation
• Working relationships

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plan
• Paid time off

Pay

This is a permanent full-time 9 month position, working 35 hours per week, with a starting salary of $26.37 per hour.

Schedule

Full-time, 35 hours per week.