Support Paraeducator

• Recruit children for the program in accordance with guidelines from the Department of Health and Human Services and WCFD.
• Provide care based on knowledge of child development and growth.
• Deliver direct services to children, families, and staff in various settings regardless of weather conditions.
• Communicate positively with staff, children, and families through both verbal and nonverbal methods.
• Work effectively with children who have behavioral concerns, developmental disabilities, and/or learning impairments.
• Assist children in developing social competence by guiding interactions, promoting emotional regulation, and teaching positive social skills. Encourage problem-solving, empathy, and cooperative behaviors in both structured and free-play environments.
• Assist in organizing and implementing group socialization activities for children and families.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Provide individualized educational activities to help children explore, develop problem-solving skills, and build self-confidence.
• Support Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) and/or Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals in collaboration with teachers, family support providers, and therapists.
• Keep classroom areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Assume full classroom responsibilities when needed.
• Perform minor first aid and routine hygienic care.
• Provide regular care to children, including diaper changes, feeding, and comforting.
• Participate in child screenings as necessary.
• Assist with outdoor and playground activities.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Board or its designee.

• Must demonstrate the ability to work effectively with children ranging from birth to five years old, including those with special needs, and their families.
• Must demonstrate patience, empathy, and a calm demeanor when working with children.
• Should demonstrate an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices and early childhood education principles.
• Must possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to follow both written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required to collaborate with a diverse range of individuals and personalities.
• Strong communication skills are essential to interact with staff, children, families, and the broader community.
• Must have effective stress management strategies and the ability to maintain composure in challenging situations.
• Flexibility is key; the ability to adapt to changing daily routines is required.
• Bilingual candidates are preferred.

• Must have a High School Diploma or a G.E.D. and be 18 years of age (state requirements).
• Must attain additional training or certifications, which may be required by Wyoming Child and Family Development, Inc.
• WCFD will only accept college degrees from accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

• Ability to read technical materials for extended periods of time.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods without fatigue or discomfort.
• Must be able to travel to various sites, meetings, and training sessions, both in-state and out-of-state.
• Must be willing to drive safely in a variety of weather conditions.
• Capable of hearing and processing both in-person and telephone conversations.
• Must be able to work in a variety of temperatures, including hot and cold weather.
• Ability to work in air-conditioned buildings and under fluorescent lighting.
• Must be able to climb stairs, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or reach, to retrieve materials and supplies from ground level to a height of at least 5 ft.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to assist children in emergency situations and provide first aid when needed.