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Special Education Paraprofessional Full-Time Year-
Special Education Paraprofessional Full-Time Year-Connected Roots Care Center • Omaha, Nebraska, US
Special Education Paraprofessional Full-Time Year-

Special Education Paraprofessional Full-Time Year-

Connected Roots Care Center • Omaha, Nebraska, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

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Special education paraprofessionals work with early childhood or school age students with behavioral, developmental, and neurotypical needs by providing academic and behavioral support in the classroom at our Northwest (88th & Blondo) or Southwest Centers (138th & Q).

CRCC also has full-time  openings for classroom staff at our Northwest Center (88th & Blondo) and our Southwest Center (138th & Q).

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Must have at least one year of experience working in a licensed childcare center or public school system. Candidates with previous teaching or aide experience in an educational environment involving students with disabilities, or related training and experience is preferred.

Starting pay is $17.00 - $19.00 an hour, based on experience. Our full-time staff benefits include robust holiday pay that includes pay for the work days from Christmas to New Years!

Below are examples of the impact YOU can make!

"CRCC has been nothing but a blessing to my son. He has grown and learned so much during his time with CRCC. ""Our stressful situations were all care related, having the daily health services  have provided a place for our child to attend with nursing services.""Knowing my child is somewhere where they are safe, understood and able to  grow has helped me be more productive during the day.""CRCC provides a safe, welcoming place for us to bring our daughter where everyone  knows her name, appreciates her, and cares for her as if they were family."

CRCC Mission and Values

CRCC is a local non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive services to children with special needs to help them reach their highest potential. CRCC values Quality Care for Children, Family Involvement, and Staff Excellence. CRCCs work environment is energetic and team-oriented.

Family Support Responsibilities

  • Responsible for greeting parents and guests.
  • Communicates daily with parents regarding child's daily activities.
  • Encourages parents to provide input and feedback regarding the services their child is receiving through CRCC and is a resource for information and support.
  • Possesses understanding, patience, and flexibility in dealing with clients, parents, and staff members.

Daily Responsibilities

  • Is aware of each Day Health Service clients Plan of Care (POC) and assists client care needs including but not limited to personal cares, feeding, use of equipment, etc.
  • Communicates with members of the care team to provide coordination of services between programs to meet the needs of all clients.
  • Documents classroom activities, personal care aides, and all of clients Plan of Care (POC) through Tadpoles.
  • Documents classroom and daily activities with pictures on Tadpoles regularly.
  • Actively participates with clients and provides encouragement, assistance and guidance as needed.
  • Assists teacher in implementing the routine of daily activities according to the educational curriculum and CRCC philosophy.
  • Takes initiative with skillfully managing the classroom.
  • Makes recommendations for educational materials, supplies and equipment as needed.
  • Assists in maintaining a neat, safe, and attractive room (dishes, trash, floors, etc.).
  • Willingly accepts teachers guidance and assists teacher with preparatory work.
  • Appropriately demonstrates and practices CRCCs disciplinary guidelines, while implementing individual client behavioral plans.
  • Follows accepted universal precaution practices, including, but not limited to : proper hand-washing techniques, appropriate use of non-latex gloves and the use of individualized items during diaper changes.
  • Is aware of and follows all regulations set by Nebraska Child Care Licensing and Childrens Day Health Services Regulations.
  • Recognizes and reports hazards to safety to manager or through CRCC portals (i.e. small and / or sharp objects).
  • Assists the Site Director in orienting new staff members, volunteers, visitors, and practicum students to the classroom.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Social-Emotional Development and Positive Behavioral Supports

  • Meets the emotional needs of each client.
  • Engages in and initiates meaningful communication with clients at their developmental level.
  • Is alert to non-verbal cues.
  • Provides positive guidance techniques, which fosters the client's ability to be self-disciplined.
  • Fosters group awareness and inclusion by providing a variety of opportunities to help the client develop and understand appropriate relationships with others.
  • Fosters independence in care and use of developmentally appropriate materials, toys, and equipment.
  • Demonstrates the appropriate and consistent use of positive and negative reinforcement to manage childrens behaviors throughout the day according to CRCC policies and procedures.
  • Works individually with clients on practicing social skills to replace challenging behaviors.
  • Shows understanding and incorporates ideas and training from teacher or management on how to improve interactions with behaviorally challenging children.
  • Anticipates the needs of the clients and assists in proactive approaches during all classroom activities.
  • Benefits

    CRCC offers an Excellent Benefit Package for full-time employees.

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • CRCC-paid short & long term disability and life insurance
  • PTO
  • Holiday pay Paid Holiday Pay for full-time employees between Christmas and New Years!
  • 401k with match
  • Requirements :

    Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent per childcare regulations.
  • One year experience working in a licensed childcare center or public school system required.
  • Ability to adhere to work schedules.
  • Possesses understanding, patience, and flexibility in dealing with clients, parents, and team members.
  • Is able to demonstrate successful completion of Personal Care Aide training including a PowerPoint, quiz, and competency demonstration signed by a Registered Nurse as required by Childrens Day Health Services Regulations.
  • Is able to complete Positive Behavioral Supports and Crisis Intervention and Safety Training provided by CRCC.
  • Must be able to complete 24 education hours (CEU) if working 34-40 hours per week, 12 education hours (CEU) if working 20-34 hours per week, 6 education hours (CEU) if working less than 20 hours per week, each year.
  • Willing to increase knowledge in fields of endeavor.
  • Able to read and understand written plans.
  • Must be agile enough to perform the job as a caretaker of young clients.
  • Able to lift up to fifty pounds and practices 2 person lifting for clients over 50 pounds or when necessary.
  • Must meet agencys conditions of employment regarding health status and clearance with the Nebraska Child Abuse / Neglect Central Registry and / or Adult Abuse / Neglect Registry, the Nebraska State Patrol, criminal background check, and fingerprinting.
  • Compensation details : 17-19 Hourly Wage

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