Special Education Para - Van Buren
Young World Physical Education, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
Special Education Para - Van Buren
Location: Cedar Rapids Community School District, Van Buren Elementary School, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Job Details
Job ID:
5657866
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 21, 2026 2:03 AM (UTC)
Job Description
Principal Duties
Work with students individually or in group settings under direction of professional staff.
Assist with supervision of students in classroom, cafeteria, halls, etc.
Implement behavior management strategies.
May include riding the bus with students.
May include working one‑to‑one with students to complete assigned tasks.
Student supervision required.
Ensuring student safety is required.
Assist students with necessary health assistance under the guidance of the nurses.
Assist in preparation of materials used in the educational process.
Assist students at mealtime.
Assist students in personal hygiene areas.
Help get students to and from bus or car.
Other duties may be assigned.
Assignments may vary based on building and district needs.
Classification
Position Type:
Full‑time
Faculty Category:
Teacher Associates
Hours:
7 hours per day
Compensation:
$17.10 per hour
Qualifications:
Two‑year post‑secondary education or Para‑educator certificate or qualifying score on NCRC assessment test required.
Employment
Position start:
2025‑2026 school year (start date to be determined)
Preparation, Experience, Skills
Willingness to assume responsibility.
Ability to work well with others.
Flexibility in working with classroom teachers.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to effectively supervise students while maintaining a positive relationship with them.
Capable of representing the school in a professional manner, including confidentiality, communication skills, and dress.
Regular attendance.
Essential Functions
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently.
Flexibility in working with classroom teachers.
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.
Physical Demands
The employee will frequently stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle objects, may squat, stoop, kneel, reach above head and forward, grip items, lift or move up to 50 pounds between 0 to 12 feet and occasionally up to 20 feet. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts. Vision requirements include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus while supervising students and working with computers, written materials, assessment data, etc.
Working Environment
The noise level is usually quiet. The position may require working beyond typical 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. workday and may involve indoor and outdoor activities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Cedar Rapids Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.
Contact Information
Human Resources
2500 Edgewood Road NW
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52405
Phone: 319‑558‑2747
Email: humanresources@crschools.us
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Location: Cedar Rapids Community School District, Van Buren Elementary School, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Job Details
Job ID:
5657866
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 21, 2026 2:03 AM (UTC)
Job Description
Principal Duties
Work with students individually or in group settings under direction of professional staff.
Assist with supervision of students in classroom, cafeteria, halls, etc.
Implement behavior management strategies.
May include riding the bus with students.
May include working one‑to‑one with students to complete assigned tasks.
Student supervision required.
Ensuring student safety is required.
Assist students with necessary health assistance under the guidance of the nurses.
Assist in preparation of materials used in the educational process.
Assist students at mealtime.
Assist students in personal hygiene areas.
Help get students to and from bus or car.
Other duties may be assigned.
Assignments may vary based on building and district needs.
Classification
Position Type:
Full‑time
Faculty Category:
Teacher Associates
Hours:
7 hours per day
Compensation:
$17.10 per hour
Qualifications:
Two‑year post‑secondary education or Para‑educator certificate or qualifying score on NCRC assessment test required.
Employment
Position start:
2025‑2026 school year (start date to be determined)
Preparation, Experience, Skills
Willingness to assume responsibility.
Ability to work well with others.
Flexibility in working with classroom teachers.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to effectively supervise students while maintaining a positive relationship with them.
Capable of representing the school in a professional manner, including confidentiality, communication skills, and dress.
Regular attendance.
Essential Functions
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently.
Flexibility in working with classroom teachers.
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.
Physical Demands
The employee will frequently stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle objects, may squat, stoop, kneel, reach above head and forward, grip items, lift or move up to 50 pounds between 0 to 12 feet and occasionally up to 20 feet. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts. Vision requirements include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus while supervising students and working with computers, written materials, assessment data, etc.
Working Environment
The noise level is usually quiet. The position may require working beyond typical 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. workday and may involve indoor and outdoor activities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Cedar Rapids Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.
Contact Information
Human Resources
2500 Edgewood Road NW
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52405
Phone: 319‑558‑2747
Email: humanresources@crschools.us
#J-18808-Ljbffr