Special Education Paraeducator Aide Early Childhood

Special Education Para educator Aide II – 1:1 Early Childhood (15 hrs/wk., 180 days)

Location:

Taylor Elementary School

Under supervision, the Para educator Aide assists teachers in a special education classroom, providing individual or group assistance based on student functional living and academic needs. The aide may also deliver attendant services to students with intellectual and/or physical disabilities and perform related duties as required.

The role may be assigned to a variety of special education programs, including Comprehensive Life Skills (CLS), Early Childhood (EC), Multi-Age (MA), Social Intervention Programs (SIP), Strategies for Autism Spectrum Disorders, Social Resource classrooms, or as one‑on‑one support. As a Title I school staff member, the aide must be highly qualified and may act as a liaison between general and special education teachers, preview instructional content, and attend professional development.

• Assist students with intellectual, physical, or behavioral disabilities in boarding and de‑boarding buses, reaching school locations, and traveling to general education classrooms.
• Provide attendant services such as diapering, toileting, washing faces, dispensing medication when trained, and supporting health and hygiene habits.
• Move students weighing 50-80 pounds daily, following proper safety procedures.
• Support instruction in functional life skills, basic education curriculum, and modify classroom assignments when appropriate.
• Follow individualized behavior plans and employ positive behavior management techniques.
• Accompany students on field trips and coordinate wheelchairs, oxygen hoses, and other equipment.
• Communicate observations to special education teachers and maintain student confidentiality.
• Assist with instructional materials, record student progress, prepare graphs and charts, and modify the general education curriculum as needed.
• Participate in district training and implement non‑violent behavioral intervention procedures.
• Assist with classroom equipment and assistive technology devices.
• Assist in record‑keeping and determine student progress toward IEP goals.

• Deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum covering literacy, math readiness, motor skills, self‑help, communication, and social skills.
• Provide opportunities for cognitive and language development in classroom settings.

• Serve students with behavioral challenges in a small group setting.
• Apply social‑emotional practices and data collection to support behavior change.

• Focus on communication and social‑emotional skills using intensive, small‑group instruction.
• Use visual supports, augmented communication tools, and data‑based decision making.

Other applicable programs include Integrated Kindergarten (IK), CLS, SIP, and Social Resource classes; duties in these settings will follow program‑specific practices.

• Any education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills is qualifying, including relevant classroom support experience.
• Knowledge and skills in educational principles, student behavior, discipline, hygiene, basic math, office procedures, and communication strategies.
• Ability to lift students weighing 50-80 pounds and use positive behavior reinforcement.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a CPI Certification.
• Minimum: 18 years, high school diploma or GED.

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, harassment, discrimination, and discrimination against youth groups listed in Title 36. The District prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, disability, or sensory, physical, or mental handicap.

• Full benefits for employees scheduled 27.5 hrs per week or more, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance with 100 % premium coverage.
• Sick leave, holiday pay, and vacation pay.
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) participation.
• Salary increases and longevity bonuses.
• Guidance resources and additional benefits available.

Grade 15:
Sch A $13.49 (entry step);
Sch B $16.21 (entry step). Salaries may be adjusted each fiscal year based on district policies.

Application is conditional upon clearance from the FBI and the Nevada Department of Public Safety. Applicants requesting reasonable accommodations may contact Human Resources at (775) 348‑0321.