Job Information
Fort Dodge Community School District Special Education Paraeducator in Fort Dodge, Iowa
Special Education Paraeducator
Supervisor: Building Administrator Contract Length: 190 days, or as assigned Job Classification:Paraeducator FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Summary:
To provide a well-organized, smoothly functioning class environment in which students can take full advantageof the instructional program and available resource materials.
Compensation
- $14.22/hr (+$0.40 extra for 60+ college credit and$0.30 for Para Certification/Sub Authorization)
- All positionsassigned 30 or more hours weekly (typically 6 hours daily) are eligible for a fullbenefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance and paid leave.
Essential Duties:
- Monitor a classroom activity directed by the vitual teacher.
- Keep students on the track as they carry out an assignment.
- Guide students toward better study habits.
- Refer problems observed (academic or behavioral) to the teacher.
- Work with individuals or small groups to help them function more effectively (socially) in the classroom.
- Assist student(s) in learning to use equipment and materials.
- Help prepare materials for students.
- Carry our supervisory duties outside the classroom as approved by the building principal (e.g., field trips, library, auditorium).
- Assist students who have been absent.
- Enforce classroom management according to teacher's guidelines.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or GED
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
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