Extended Assistant - SPED PARA; CID Non-Teaching Support

Position Details

Extended School Year Assistant – SPED PARA (CID) Non‑Teaching Support at John Glenn Middle School.

ESY Dates:
July 6‑9, July 13‑16, July 20‑23.

Work Schedule:

5.5 hrs/day, 7:30 a.m.‑1:00 p.m. Work Year:
Summer 2026. Pay:
External candidates $23.14 per hour; internal candidates per the 2023‑2025 step placement. Benefits:
Not eligible.

• A high school diploma or GED and one of the following:
  • An AA, AS, AAS (or higher) degree
  • Two years of post‑secondary coursework (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) that can be applied toward a bachelor’s degree
  • Passing score on the Para Educator test (contact Educational Testing Service at 1‑800‑772‑9476 or (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for details)
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and restrain students in emergency situations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Completion of any required training for the position

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (preferably in Education)
• Education assistant/paraprofessional or teaching experience
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities
• Experience and/or training in behavior management

• Assist in the instruction of students by providing support and practical training across subject matters
• Assist the teacher with duties such as:
  • Implementing instructional plans and adapting/modifying curriculum as directed by the teacher
  • Preparing class schedules
  • Organizing learning materials
  • Assisting with classroom activities
• Assist educational staff with student needs, including but not limited to:
  • Redirecting inappropriate behaviors
  • Preparing food for and/or feeding students
  • Assisting with physical movement of students
  • Diapering and toileting students
  • Escorting students to vocational training jobs
  • Chaperoning student community outings
  • Supervising students during bus loading and unloading
• Promote a safe and productive learning environment by communicating student needs with other staff
• Monitor and document educational progress by evaluating student progress and needs
• Record data pertaining to Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting at all times
• Other related duties as assigned

May be regularly required to walk throughout a building and may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance or push up to 90 pounds. Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl when necessary and must be able to restrain students with proper training and assistance when needed.

Independent School District 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment. It does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity.