PARA EDUCATOR - SWD - 6.0 hrs per day- Temporary for 26-27 SY - Vacancy ID: 275218
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Vacancy Details
PARA EDUCATOR - SWD - 6.0 hrs per day- Temporary for 26-27 SY
Pope Farm Elementary School
1
Open until filled
Contact
Ciji Colegial
Personnel Specialist
608-829-9039
Position Details
11/2/2026
Starting at $22.75/hr SWD, commensurate with experience
11/2/2026-6/10/2027 8:05am-3:35pm
Temporary
Essential Functions of a SWD (Student With Disability) Para Educator:
- Prepare educational materials under the direction of the teacher.
- Carry out instructional behavioral programming planned by the teacher for individual students or groups of students.
- Assist students in the lunchroom, or other areas as assigned.
- Supervise student programs including behavior management and non-violent crisis intervention procedures.
- Assist students with assignment completion, drill, practice and test preparation.
- May perform procedures such as catheterization and gastrostomy feedings, after appropriate training is provided.
- Accompany students to the lavatory when required and provide assistance such as changing soiled clothing or soiled diapers.
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.
Candidate Requirements
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Custom Questions