Job Information
Norwalk Community School District General Education Paraeducator- (multiple positions and locations) in Norwalk, Iowa
General Education Paraeducator- (multiple positions and locations) JobID: 1235
Position Type:
Support Staff/ Paraeducator - General Education
Date Posted:
7/1/2023
Location:
District Wide
Date Available:
August 2023
Closing Date:
Until Filled
NORWALK COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Job Title - General Education Paraeducator
Reports to - Building Assistant Principal
Position Purpose - To support the efficient and effective operation of the elementary building by creating a positive environment for students, parents, and staff. This position will support the building as needed in a general education paraeducator capacity. This could include library assistance, lunch and/or recess supervision, etc.
Essential Performance Responsibilities
Under supervision of certified teacher, prepares for classroom activities.
Works with small groups of students or one-on-one with a student to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
Assists individual children in need of attention.
Guides independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up by the teacher.
Assists teacher with non-instructional classroom duties, such as milk, toilet and clothing routines.
Assists in drill work.
Assists with reading and storytelling.
Assists with groups of students in the Library.
Assists with supervision on the playground.
Assists with supervision on field trips.
Participates in inservice training as specified by the Principal.
Teach new concepts or lessons at the discretion of the teacher.
Maintain a reliable attendance record
Perform other duties as assigned
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to read and comprehend labels, signs and written instructions
Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
Ability to work independently
Ability to establish positive relations with others
A past history of good attendance
Qualifications Profile
1-3 years experience working with students preferred
Experience working in a school setting a plus
Physical Requirements
Physical requirements vary by individual job assignment but requires a minimum of the following physical requirements: Walking, standing, bending, carrying, climbing, lifting minimum of 50 pounds, driving, pushing, pulling, reaching, sitting, and stooping.
Working Conditions
Varied.
Terms of Employment
9-month work year. Wage and work year to be established by the Board. Employment subject to provisions of board policy, state and federal law.
Evaluation
Performance will be evaluated annually by the Building Assistant Principal, or in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of staff.
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt.