Des Moines Prep

Des Moines Prep

Para-Educator

Des Moines, Iowa

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 49 days ago
ExcelLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • Guided by the Special Education Teacher and Principal, the Special Education Paraprofessional plays a key role in supporting the academic growth and character development of scholars receiving special education services.
  • Instruction Delivery & Curriculum Development (70%)
  • Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the classroom teacher.

Responsibilities

  • Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
  • Build strong relationships with students, fostering a culture of high expectations, accountability, and support.
  • Support in providing differentiated instruction and targeted interventions to ensure all students succeed, including students reading below grade level.
  • Student Engagement & Support (20%)
  • Participate in school events, family conferences, and outreach efforts to build strong relationships with families and the community.

Requirements

  • Qualified candidates must have the following:

Skills

  • Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Strong organization, planning, and time management skills.

Compensation

  • Salary is currently budgeted in a range competitive with local district expectations. The role would pay $19/hour.
  • Non-Discrimination Statement
  • We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.

Benefits

  • where they own and drive their learning and love their school experience.

This listing is sourced directly from Des Moines Prep's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.