Elementary Paraeducator - Seward Public Schools : Job Details

Position Title: Elementary Paraeducator I. ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVES: A Paraeducator is responsible to the classroom teacher and his/her students as assigned by the administration. II. POSITION CHARACTERISTICS: Recruited by: Building Principal - Student Services Director Hourly Pay Rate: Per Classified Staff Pay Guide Health Insurance: BC/BS HSA - 50% premium paid by district Number of days employed: 180 per year Sick Leave: none Work Day: Varies by position Pay Day: Bi-Weekly III. POSITION RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to: Principal and/or Student Services Director Coordinates with: Principal, Student Services Director, Teachers, Staff, and Students IV. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Minimum of a high school diploma Desired: Experiences in working with people, patience, organizational skills, communication skills, and computer skills Special Requirements of Position: Ability to receive and give directions from teachers to students; enjoy working with students academically and socially Criminal Background Check: A criminal background check shall be conducted prior to hiring and at any time as deemed necessary once employed. V. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist the teacher with classroom activities as assigned

Lunchroom, library, computer lab, bus, crosswalk and recess duties as assigned

Work with community volunteers

If assigned to help some of the higher needs students, duties might include helping students with restroom needs, behavioral needs, and so on.

Miscellaneous: copying, laminating, making games or activities, read stories, help set up and assist in small group activities, preparation for classroom activities

Perform other related duties as assigned