Elementary Paraeducator - Special Education

Join our team as an Elementary Paraeducator! Support student learning and growth by assisting in the classroom and working closely with teachers and staff. Bettendorf Community School District is seeking compassionate, dependable individuals to join our elementary school team. Position: Elementary Paraeducator Location: Bettendorf Community School District Hours: Up to 5.75 hours/day Rate of Pay: $19.42/hour

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with students in a school setting

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work well under pressure, set priorities, and maintain confidentiality while remaining calm
• Courteous and professional when interacting with students, staff, and the public
• Ability to provide instruction based on lesson plans and assist individual students in comprehending concepts
• Effective communication skills with students, teachers, staff, and sometimes parents
• Willingness to participate in additional professional development outside regular work hours
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Applicants must have valid U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or an active work visa.

Description:

Please see attached complete job description. It is the policy of the Bettendorf Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. For assistance or consultation, contact the Executive Director of Human Resources. The Bettendorf Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.