What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraprofessional position at Southern Minnesota Education Consortium?
Duties:
- Assist in implementing behavior management strategies for children with special needs
- Provide support and assistance to children in a classroom setting
- Help create and implement curriculum development activities for students
- Support the lead teacher in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for children with developmental delay or other special needs
- Assist with daily routines, including mealtime, naptime, and toileting
- Monitor and ensure the safety and well-being of all children in the classroom
Skills:
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Patience and understanding when working with children with special needs
- Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively with a team
- Knowledge of behavior management techniques and strategies
- Familiarity with curriculum development for school-aged children
- Experience working in a school or childcare facility preferred
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.54 - $21.57 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- AD&D insurance
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Physical Setting:
- Public school
- School
- Special education school
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $22