What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Aide - USD 309 Nickerson / South Hutchinson Schools position at Reno County Educational Cooperative?
RCEC and USD 309 are seeking classroom aides / paraeducators for all Nickerson and South Hutchinson locations, including Nickerson Grade School, South Hutchinson Elementary School, Reno Valley Middle School, and Nickerson High School.
Paraeducators are a critical team member providing assistance in instruction and other direct services to students to help ensure a positive, safe, and supportive learning community. Our success as an organization, and student's success as they prepare for life after high school, is highly influenced by paraprofessionals.
An RCEC Paraeducator generally assists the assigned students under the supervision and guidance of the teacher with:
- Implementing modifications and supports defined in the student's Individual Education Program (IEP).
- Instructional support.
- Group and individual activities and projects.
- Planning and organizing learning experiences.
- Monitoring behavior, health, or physical needs of students.
- Data collection and record-keeping.
- Personal care and sanitary needs.
- Timely and consistent communication and mobility assistance.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Understanding and compassion for all children.
- Professional initiative, to problem-solve and take over when needed.
- Creativity for positive input into the program.
- Adaptability for all new situations and programs.
- Maintain confidentiality with all information about children and families.
- Good judgment in unpredictable situations throughout the day.
- Courtesy and tact with all other personnel.
- Dependability with regular attendance and punctuality.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $13.25 - $15.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $15
