The Parish School
Early Childhood Paraeducator
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Early Childhood Paraeducator
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The Parish School .
Pay: $16.00/hr – $18.00/hr.
Location: The Parish School, Houston, Texas.
Status: Full Time Hourly (40 hours per week).
We are seeking collaboration and small classroom ratios. You will gain experience and teaching mentorship, working in a camp-like atmosphere that supports whole‑child development through communicative, pre‑academic, social‑emotional, and nature‑based education.
Responsibilities
Prepare materials needed for instructional activities.
Prepare the classroom area daily for instruction, including set up and clean up.
Lead small and large group lessons utilizing the school’s adopted curriculum as guided by the classroom speech language pathologist and early childhood educator.
Assist the lead speech language pathologist and early childhood educator in curriculum assessment on a regular basis.
Understand and implement therapy goals and strategies for each student as guided by the classroom speech language pathologist, early childhood educator, and occupational therapist.
Demonstrate understanding and implementation of the 7 Skills of Discipline aligned with the Conscious Discipline approach.
Provide classroom and behavior management support as guided by the classroom speech language pathologist.
Support instruction through the arts, PE, library and nature education.
Collaborate with professionals from various disciplines to promote a child’s development in all areas.
Assist with morning/afternoon carpool and support a student’s transition to and from school.
Participate in team meetings as needed, including round tables, placement meetings and collaborative committee meetings.
May lead the class when the speech language pathologist/educator is absent or serve as a substitute for instructional staff members as needed.
Provide coverage for elementary arts and sciences classes, extended day, early morning drop off, and/or other duties as needed and assigned.
Stay current on all school communications, including reading and responding to emails and reviewing Outlook calendar.
Maintain communication with staff and administration.
Utilize the computer for various resources that support instruction and home‑to‑school connections.
Maintain daily attendance, conference minutes, filing, and other reporting documentation.
Fulfill professional development requirements as outlined by the school, including daycare licensing regulations.
Foster a positive work culture.
Qualifications
High school diploma or General Education Development (GED); alternatively, two years related experience.
Proficient in MS Office applications, familiarity with PCs and tablets, and willingness to learn educational software.
About The Parish School Since 1983, The Parish School has educated children ages 2–12 who have communication delays and learning differences, empowering them with the tools to succeed. This nationally recognized, special‑needs school in Houston, Texas provides an education for the entire family within the environment of a nurturing and safe 17‑acre campus with an on‑site pediatric therapy clinic, The Carruth Center. Our personalized academic approach—focused on communication skills, social learning, independence, nature and the arts—allows children to thrive and grow.
The Parish School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender or religious affiliation.
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Education and Training
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Early Childhood Paraeducator
role at
The Parish School .
Pay: $16.00/hr – $18.00/hr.
Location: The Parish School, Houston, Texas.
Status: Full Time Hourly (40 hours per week).
We are seeking collaboration and small classroom ratios. You will gain experience and teaching mentorship, working in a camp-like atmosphere that supports whole‑child development through communicative, pre‑academic, social‑emotional, and nature‑based education.
Responsibilities
Prepare materials needed for instructional activities.
Prepare the classroom area daily for instruction, including set up and clean up.
Lead small and large group lessons utilizing the school’s adopted curriculum as guided by the classroom speech language pathologist and early childhood educator.
Assist the lead speech language pathologist and early childhood educator in curriculum assessment on a regular basis.
Understand and implement therapy goals and strategies for each student as guided by the classroom speech language pathologist, early childhood educator, and occupational therapist.
Demonstrate understanding and implementation of the 7 Skills of Discipline aligned with the Conscious Discipline approach.
Provide classroom and behavior management support as guided by the classroom speech language pathologist.
Support instruction through the arts, PE, library and nature education.
Collaborate with professionals from various disciplines to promote a child’s development in all areas.
Assist with morning/afternoon carpool and support a student’s transition to and from school.
Participate in team meetings as needed, including round tables, placement meetings and collaborative committee meetings.
May lead the class when the speech language pathologist/educator is absent or serve as a substitute for instructional staff members as needed.
Provide coverage for elementary arts and sciences classes, extended day, early morning drop off, and/or other duties as needed and assigned.
Stay current on all school communications, including reading and responding to emails and reviewing Outlook calendar.
Maintain communication with staff and administration.
Utilize the computer for various resources that support instruction and home‑to‑school connections.
Maintain daily attendance, conference minutes, filing, and other reporting documentation.
Fulfill professional development requirements as outlined by the school, including daycare licensing regulations.
Foster a positive work culture.
Qualifications
High school diploma or General Education Development (GED); alternatively, two years related experience.
Proficient in MS Office applications, familiarity with PCs and tablets, and willingness to learn educational software.
About The Parish School Since 1983, The Parish School has educated children ages 2–12 who have communication delays and learning differences, empowering them with the tools to succeed. This nationally recognized, special‑needs school in Houston, Texas provides an education for the entire family within the environment of a nurturing and safe 17‑acre campus with an on‑site pediatric therapy clinic, The Carruth Center. Our personalized academic approach—focused on communication skills, social learning, independence, nature and the arts—allows children to thrive and grow.
The Parish School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender or religious affiliation.
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Education and Training
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