Paraeducator Test

When hiring a paraeducator, embedding a skills test into the recruitment process can provide objective insight into key skills and abilities to ensure the best candidate is hired for the role.

  • What is a paraeducator skills test?

    A paraeducator skills test evaluates applicants on the core skills needed to excel in an educational assistant role. A paraeducator works alongside a classroom teacher to provide administrative support, prepare learning materials and take on responsibility for tracking and assisting special education students that may require additional support.

    The online paraeducator test consists of multiple-choice questions, which give insight into the essential communication ability (both written and oral) and the interpersonal skills required for working with children.

    The assessment can be used to effectively pre-screen applicants as it is easy to administer to large candidate pools and provides the recruiting manager with detailed insights on each skill area necessary for carrying out the responsibilities of the role.

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  1. What is a paraeducator skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the paraeducator skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures paraeducator skills
  4. Paraeducator Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the paraeducator skills test for pre-screening?

    Most vacant positions in the education sector receive many applications from hopeful candidates, which can make it difficult for those managing recruitment to effectively review submitted CVs. It is often tricky to ascertain potential from the information contained within a CV alone - the addition of a tailored skills test can help to provide a more rounded picture of candidate capability.

    The paraeducator skills test gives invaluable insight into written communication ability through verbal reasoning questions and into oral communication through communication and interpersonal skills questions.

    Teamwork questions assess a candidate’s ability to work well within a teaching team, whilst other useful skills for teaching professionals, such as organizational skills and flexibility, are measured through time management and adaptability questions.

    From the results profile generated by the test, the recruitment team can quickly identify candidate strengths and use these to make objective decisions around who should progress to the latter stages of the recruitment process. Evaluating key skills early in the process ensures a more efficient and effective hiring process that results in the best candidate being hired for the role.

    A paraeducator skills test can also be useful for hiring a teaching assistant, special education teacher or instructional assistant.

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How our test measures paraeducator skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a paraeducator were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our paraeducator test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

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Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Paraeducator Test FAQs

What should I look for when hiring a paraeducator?

A paraeducator works with children who often have additional learning needs. They must therefore have excellent communication and social skills, as well as patience and the ability to connect with and build a rapport with children. They also require strong administration and written communication skills to provide assistance to classroom teachers in terms of lesson planning and developing educational resources.

Can I use this test to measure soft skills?

Yes, the paraeducator skills test measures all the key skills needed for the role - most of which are soft skills and abilities. The test will give you valuable insight into these so you can be confident that your shortlisted candidates can carry out the responsibilities of the role successfully.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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