PARA EDUCATOR - SWD - 7.5hrs per day - Vacancy ID: 163704

Required: • High school diploma or equivalent. • CNA license candidates preferred. • Certification or eligibility for DPI certification as a Special Education Program Aide (883). • Ability to develop positive constructive relations with students, staff, and public. • Bilingual (Spanish/English) is strongly preferred. PHYSICAL: This job is classified as medium work but depending on the assignment could be medium/heavy. This job primarily involves walking and bending/stooping with occasional sitting and standing. Twisting, squatting/crouching, kneeling, and pushing exerting forces up to 30 pounds are frequently performed. Crawling, reaching overhead, and pulling force up to 30 pounds and lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds are occasionally performed. Verbal and auditory communications is frequently involved. Near and far vision acuity, depth perception, accommodation, and field of vision are frequently utilized. Handling with both hands is frequent. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Ability to function as a team member • Ability to handle confidential matters properly • Ability to work independent with moderate supervision • Ability to interact effectively with others • Communicate effectively with staff and students • Perform a variety of duties • General office skills, including typing, filing, record keeping, and data entry