Paraprofessional - Warder Park Elementary
Listed on 2026-08-20
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Elementary School, Child Development/Support, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Paraprofessional Position at Warder Park Wayne Elementary School
The Springfield City School District, home to The John Legend Theatre, is seeking a Paraprofessional at Warder Park Wayne Elementary School for the school year. This position works 7 hours per day, 192 days per year, Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 3:30pm. The starting salary is $19.79 per hour. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with evidence that meets the NCLB certification requirements.
The ability to obtain an Ohio Teacher's Educational Aide Certification and complete forty-five (45) hours of training in child development; early childhood education; child abuse recognition and prevention; first aid; and prevention, recognition and management of communicable diseases is also required. As a Paraprofessional, you will assist teachers in providing educational benefits for students, work with students on academic assignments and/or physical needs, assist teachers in preparing materials, operate classroom or child mobility assistive technology, and attend workshops, seminars, and training programs.
You will also be responsible for lifting students up to 50 pounds using a 1 person lift, or up to 300 pounds using a 2 person lift, pivot with the weight and transport up to 10 feet. Lifts may be conducted up to 20 times per day. Additionally, you will assist students in transition between classes within a 4 minute passing time by walking, guiding or pushing the student.
Assisting students on steps, boarding and exiting transportation vehicles. Assistance includes supporting, lifting, pushing or pulling up to 300 pounds. Moving from a seated position on the floor to standing and moving about the classroom at least 15-20 times per 3 hour period. The ability to run after and catch a student in flight. Running may occur on hard, soft, and uneven surfaces.
Assisting with delegated nursing duties, which may include catheterization, tube feeding, administration of diastat, and other duties that may be delegated, with proper training. All employees receive professional development and excellent competitive benefits! ***$1,500 BONUS PAID IN NOVEMBER***
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