Early Childhood Paraprofessional

Are you looking for a rewarding position where you can make a difference in young children’s lives? Developmental Preschool and Day Care Center in Laramie, WY is currently seeking an individual to serve as a paraprofessional/special education aide for preschool children. Position is full time, school calendar based schedule working 35 hours per week for 37 weeks. Additional hours and weeks are available during school breaks and summer.

Position officially starts August 15, 2024, but hours may be available this summer if interested.

INTRODUCTION

• To provide special education and other early intervention services in consultation with and under the direction of a designated special education teacher and the multidisciplinary team. Special considerations: position is typically a part time, temporary position based on the needs of the specific child(ren) assigned to the aide.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Consult with and receive training from therapists and other specialists regarding therapeutic procedures, techniques and adaptations for children with disabilities.
• Help teacher and therapist address goals and objectives for individual children.
• Collect and report data and other information regarding child progress.
• Attend to and work with assigned children during outside and classroom time.
• Attend meetings for assigned children and classroom case review.
• Use and clean equipment necessary for providing special education services to assigned children.
• Work with the regular classroom teacher as necessary in order to effectively provide early intervention services in an inclusive preschool setting and assist other staff members in understanding the needs of children with disabilities included in the regular classroom.
• Maintain constant contact with special education teacher to notify of absences, changes in child needs, clarification of job expectations, etc.
• Other duties as assigned relating to the effective delivery of services to children and their families.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Child Development or closely related field or equivalent combination of training and experience preferred; coursework equivalent to Associate’s degree in related field required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Must be able to operate equipment typical in classroom and office settings, including assembling and dissembling toys and equipment. Must be able to communicate effectively in writing and speaking with a variety of audiences including parents, professionals and community members. Must understand the federal and state statues and interpret rules and procedures. Should be organized and be able to work independently. Must be able to stand for long periods of time, lift up to fifty pounds, and be patient as well as agile in bending, walking other positions necessary for the care of children. Willingness and ability to travel in own vehicle throughout assigned service area.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Development center

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Special Education: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $15