PARAEDUCATOR

LOCATION:
Clare-Gladwin Area School

ASSIGNMENTS AVAILABLE:
Classrooms for Moderately Cognitively Impaired (MoCI) & Classrooms for Severely Cognitively Impaired (SCI).

WAGES:
According to MEA Contract. For contract details, please visit www.cgresd.net.

STARTING DATE:
As soon as possible.

REPORTS TO:
Classroom Teacher and Principal

JOB SUMMARY:

The Paraeducator is responsible for assisting teachers, Itinerant staff and others in the support of instructional, health related, recreation and/or pre-vocational job training activities. The Paraeducator may be assigned to one classroom or to a variety of assignments depending on the needs of the students.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

High school diploma or equivalency required; two years college preferred. First Aid and CPR Certification.

Work experience with individuals with developmental, emotional, physical and cognitive impairments preferred.

Working knowledge of training techniques, behavior modification, and task analysis. Proven exercise in reasonable judgment in handling challenges until supervisory back-up is provided.

Interpersonal skills sufficient to communicate with students, parents, community, peers.

Ability to understand and work with children of all ages.

Must be familiar with the terminology and provisions of the American Disabilities Act (ADA).

Must meet requirements as stated in Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education R 340.1793.

Must demonstrate cooperative and effective communication skills, both oral and written, and apply active listening skills.

Must interact positively and possess patience, self-control and emotional stability when interacting with students, parents/guardians, and staff.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Open Until Filled.

Please visit the Employment section on Clare-Gladwin RESD's website at www.cgresd.net for more information.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person