Forrest M. Bird Charter School is seeking a caring, dependable, and student-focused Special Education Paraprofessional to join our team.
Responsibilities
- Support students with disabilities in the classroom and throughout the school day.
- Assist with academic, behavioral, organizational, and social needs.
- Support implementation of student IEPs under the direction of special education staff.
- Provide individual and small-group assistance.
- Collaborate with teachers and the special education team.
- Maintain student confidentiality and follow school policies.
- Promote student independence, confidence, and success.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience working with youth or students with disabilities preferred.
- Strong communication, patience, flexibility, and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to helping all students learn and succeed.
- Ability to work with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word processing, and the willingness to learn how to work with educational applications used by the school.
Work Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:30-3:30
Pay: TBA
To Apply: Submit a resume and letter of interest to maryjensen@forrestbirdcharterschool.org with “Special Education Paraprofessional” in the subject line. Position is open until filled.
Substitute Teachers – If you are interested in becoming a substitute at FBCS, please email Mary Jensen a resume with three references and a cover letter to maryjensen@forrestbirdcharterschool.org. Substitute pay is $105/ day.
Forrest Bird Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.