Paraeducator

Qualifications:

• Paraeducator certification preferred
• Associates Degree or passing of current state test required
• CPR and First Aid Certification required
• Previous experience working with children with special needs required
• ASD experience strongly preferred
• Ability to demonstrate a positive relationship with parents, students, peers, building principal, teachers, and supervisor
• Must have ability to keep high level of confidentiality
• Must meet NCLB requirements
• Quality interpersonal skills
• Excellent attendance record required
• Excellent work record required

Duties:

• Works directly with children with special needs in development of educational learning, life skills, and etc.
• Individual must work directly with parents, students, teachers, and principals in a positive and friendly manner
• Candidate must have ability to perform gross motor activities such as running, climbing, and physical agility
• Requires heavy lifting
• May involve assistance in toileting of both male and female students
• May involve managing physically aggressive students
• Required to successfully complete classes and/or training (when necessary) to maintain position
• May require flexibility in schedule to meet needs of students
• Must be able to perform duties of the job
• Must successfully complete additional duties assigned by the teacher/administrator
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Application Process:

Internal candidates:  Interested internal candidates should complete an online internal application.

External candidates: Interested and qualified external candidates must complete an online application.

Please note:  mailed, faxed or emailed letters of interest and resumes will not be accepted.

Lake Orion Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex, color, national origin, religion, age, height, weight, marital status or otherwise qualified handicapped individuals with respect to District educational programs, activities and employment practices.

Salary : $18 - $21