Gen Ed Para Educator

Job Description

Gen ED Para Educator – 3.25 hrs per week

Location:

Davenport Community Schools Blue Grass Elementary, Blue Grass, Iowa

Wages:
Entry level rate $16.39/hr
. Current employees in the bargaining unit: refer to the salary schedule established by the applicable bargaining group.

• Collaborate with teachers in MTSS to support student success.
• Teach, model, and support PBIS in all building situations.
• Work with students in the skills room.
• Engage with all students and foster a positive learning environment.
• Use computer skills to input data into a student data system and manipulate spreadsheets.
• Assist classroom teachers with instruction and maintain a structured setting.
• Follow teacher directions for instruction and use developmentally appropriate practices.
• Monitor student progress by maintaining records and providing feedback.
• Resolve conflicts and communicate with students in a friendly, non‑threatening manner.
• Maintain patience and positive interpersonal skills with all students.
• Walk hallways during class and passing times, reporting issues to office staff.
• Communicate with instructional staff daily regarding instruction and student issues.
• Build rapport with culturally diverse students to help each achieve their full potential.
• Ensure good attendance and punctuality.
• Have or be willing to learn skills related to MTSS and PBIS.
• Perform other duties assigned by the building administrator.

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.

• Good attendance and flexibility to accommodate schedule changes.
• Experience working with at‑risk students is a plus.
• Proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students and families.

Job

Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled

Posted:
Jun 05, 2026 7:04 PM (UTC)

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