Special Education Paraeducator (High School)

Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District

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Compensation

$16.25/hr

Location

Waverly, IA

Work Authorization

Not specified

Job overview

Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District is hiring a Special Education Paraeducator (High School). The Special Education Paraeducator assists high school students with special needs under the direction of certified staff, providing academic support, behavior management, personal care, and documentation while maintaining confidentiality and safety.

Key focus areas include Assist teachers with educational activities, Prepare instructional materials and equipment, and Organize and utilize reference materials.

Important skills include Computers, Audiovisual Equipment, Telephones, Copier, Fax Machines, and Email.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

ComputersAudiovisual EquipmentTelephonesCopierFax MachinesEmailBasic Problem SolvingReading and Interpreting DocumentsWriting Routine ReportsEngaging Students With Special NeedsLearning Information PresentedPrioritizing TasksAdapting to ChangesCommunicating With Diverse BackgroundsDiffusing Volatile SituationsEstablishing Positive RelationshipsRecognizing Safety Importance

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentMust Be 18+Experience Working With School Age Children PreferredPara-Educator Certification Preferred

Full job description

Special Education Paraeducator (High School) JobID: 885

Position Type:

Special Education Paraeducator/Para/ High School Special Education Paraeducator

Date Posted:

8/14/2026

Location:

High School

Job Title: SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATE

Starting pay:$16.25/hour

Reports to: Building Principal and Special Education Director

Frequently must accept direction from the Lead teacher.

Status:HourlyFLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Date Revised: June, 2026

BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of a certified staff member, may assist students by helping individuals or small groups of students with academic support implementing instruction, reinforcing learning skills, reinforcing school-wide discipline procedures, movement to & from classes, bus, etc., and personal health & hygiene.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist teachers with educational activities, including:
Assists in preparing materials for instruction by setting up and using computers, and audiovisual equipment and materials.
Assists in organizing and utilizing reference and source materials
assessing student work.
Assist in the implementation and monitoring of students' Individual Education Plans.
Assist in implementing consistent behavior management strategies and procedures.
Supervise students in the lunchroom, recess, classrooms, halls, bus loading/unloading, and in those areas as requested.
Makes quick, responsible decisions regarding student welfare and safety, including counseling students regarding conduct and self-discipline.
Assist students with work completion.
Completes Medicaid documentation as req uired.
Reports incidents of unusual nature to teachers and principal.
Maintains confidentiality of student information
Perform personal care duties for students with disabilities, as needed.
Feed, toilet and diaper students as needed.
Attends in-service training and school meetings as appropriate.
Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be 18 years of age
Experience working with school age children in the education setting preferred.
Knowledge or the ability to be trained to meet the responsibilities of the job.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, or CERTIFICATIONS:

Para-educator certification preferred

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:

Basic problem solving skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to operate typical office equipment, such as telephones, computers, copier, fax machines, e-mail, etc.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to engage students with special needs
Ability to learn information presented to student in classes such that they can support the student's participation in the curriculum presented.
Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changes without notice.
Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
Ability to establish a positive relationship with students, staff and families.
Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to appropriate supervisor/administrator.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works in standard office and school building environments.
Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regularly required to use hands to manipulate or feel for objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear.
Must be ability to move throughout the school and classroom which would involve standing, walking, kneeling, bending, etc.
Must be capable of lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds
Must be capable of squatting up to 2 minutes at a time
Must be capable of bending over up to 3 minutes at a time

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