education paraprofessional

Mission Academy

<div><div><div>MISSION ACADEMY
</div></div>Full-Time, Monday &ndash; Friday 8 a.m - 4:30 p.m
This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with in-person responsibilities determined according to program and school needs.
COMPENSATION:
$20.00/hour - $30.00/hour (Depending on Education)
What We Do
Providing a safe, flexible and supportive educational experience for students is what we do best. Founded and led by educators, Elev8 Online Schools fosters student success in fully virtual, tuition-free public schools across California. Serving students in grades 6-12, our schools are accredited, NCAA eligible and offer a high-quality online education and valid California high school diplomas. Remember the person who made a difference in your life? Now it&rsquo;s your turn.
Learn more about us at https://elev8schools.org/
How You Will Make an Impact
The Paraprofessional serves as a knowledgeable professional in the indicated Education Program and/or related service delivery process. This position will assist appropriate educators in servicing students in the specialized program. The Paraprofessional completes paperwork, performs data entry, completes organizational tasks, and provides tutoring support and/or sign language interpretation to students in the specialized program.
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: This list is illustrative only and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of tasks performed by this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.<ul><li>
Assist educators in their instructional duties and other general responsibilities such as organizing and providing tutorial support</li><li>
Provide additional student support including accommodations and online assessments</li><li>
Assist in related data entry for students enrolling in the program or school</li><li>
Facilitate program implementation and support maintenance efforts such as student transportation, guest speakers, career fairs, field trips, etc.</li><li>
Alert the educator to student behavior issues or other program challenges</li><li>
Assist in monitoring and proctoring student assignment and tests</li><li>
Perform clerical tasks for teachers as needed, to include coordination, scheduling of and participation in meetings when requested</li><li>
Assist educators in contacting parents or adult students and assists in retrieving required forms</li><li>
Participate in Student Study Team or other meetings relating to student success</li><li>
Aid the educator in rendering additional attention or data collection for particular students</li><li>
Demonstrate willingness to learn and build expertise in relevant content areas</li><li>
Follow directions for activities involved in the development and implementation of student learning plans</li><li>
Translate communications between students and teachers</li><li>
For Sign Language Interpreters:<ul><li>
Assist students in the use of sign language or other non-verbal forms of communication o Assist with the instruction deaf and hard of hearing students, individually or in small groups</li></ul></li><li>
Adhere to attendance policies</li><li>
Administrative duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed from time to time</li></ul>
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC:<ul><li>
Organizational skills</li><li>
Verbal and written communication skills</li><li>
Ability to work with diverse youth populations</li><li>
Ability to collaborate with various people to support student learning and development</li></ul>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li>
High school diploma or equivalent, and completion of at least two years of College (48 units), or Associate degree (or higher) from an accredited state college, or</li><li>
Pass a local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting in instruction issued by an approved Local education agency.</li><li>
Experience working with students</li><li>
Experience working with low economic and at-risk populations</li><li>
Experience in the education of individuals with exceptional needs, student who are deaf or hard of hearing, or in the related Career Technical Education or Literacy content area</li><li>
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)</li></ul>
Sign Language Interpreter Qualifications:
Fluent in sign language, certified by the national Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or equivalent, if providing Cued Speech interpretation, be certified by any certifying body recognized by the National Cued Speech Association (NCSA)
Language Interpreter Qualifications:
Fluent in the specified language requirement or specific education program, reading, writing, and speaking and ability to translate communications between students and teachers
TRAVEL: Ability to travel in performance of job duties is required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
<ul><li>Mental Demands: high workflow management, high project coordination</li><li>
Finger Dexterity: using primarily just the fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together</li><li>
Talking: especially where one must convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly</li><li>
Average Hearing: able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information</li><li>
Average Visual Abilities: ordinary acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or operate machinery</li><li>
Physical Strength: sedentary work. Sitting most of the time, and occasionally exerts up to 10 lbs. of force (almost all office jobs)</li><li>
Frequent multi-tasking, changing of task priorities, repetitious exacting work required</li><li>
Working in a noisy, distracting environment with frequent deadline pressures</li></ul></div>

Special Education Paraprofessional

Lifelong Learning

<div><div><div>SAN DIEGO WORKFORCE INNOVATION HIGH SCHOOL</div></div>
Full Time, Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m -4:30 p.m
This position provides support to various school sites within the region, including our Vista location. The role may require travel between locations to meet site-specific needs.
COMPENSATION:
$20.00/hour - $30.00/hour (Depending on Education)
Help Us Change Lives
We live by the motto that &ldquo;There is a Student in Front of Everything We Do&rdquo; and we are very passionate about it. Do you have a passion to work with students? If so, then this is an exciting opportunity for you! You&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of students supporting their growth and development. Remember the person who made a difference in your life? Now it&rsquo;s your turn.
Learn more about us at https://learn4life.org/
How You Will Make an Impact
The Paraprofessional serves as a knowledgeable professional in the indicated Education Program and/or related service delivery process. This position will assist appropriate educators in servicing students in the specialized program. The Paraprofessional completes paperwork, performs data entry, completes organizational tasks, and provides tutoring support and/or sign language interpretation to students in the specialized program.
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: This list is illustrative only and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of tasks performed by this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.<ul><li>
Assist educators in their instructional duties and other general responsibilities such as organizing and providing tutorial support</li><li>
Provide additional student support including accommodations and online assessments</li><li>
Assist in related data entry for students enrolling in the program or school</li><li>
Facilitate program implementation and support maintenance efforts such as student transportation, guest speakers, career fairs, field trips, etc.</li><li>
Alert the educator to student behavior issues or other program challenges</li><li>
Assist in monitoring and proctoring student assignment and tests</li><li>
Perform clerical tasks for teachers as needed, to include coordination, scheduling of and participation in meetings when requested</li><li>
Assist educators in contacting parents or adult students and assists in retrieving required forms</li><li>
Participate in Student Study Team or other meetings relating to student success</li><li>
Aid the educator in rendering additional attention or data collection for particular students</li><li>
Demonstrate willingness to learn and build expertise in relevant content areas</li><li>
Follow directions for activities involved in the development and implementation of student learning plans</li><li>
Translate communications between students and teachers</li><li>
For Sign Language Interpreters:<ul><li>
Assist students in the use of sign language or other non-verbal forms of communication o Assist with the instruction deaf and hard of hearing students, individually or in small groups</li></ul></li><li>
Adhere to attendance policies</li><li>
Administrative duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed from time to time</li></ul>
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC:<ul><li>
Organizational skills</li><li>
Verbal and written communication skills</li><li>
Ability to work with diverse youth populations</li><li>
Ability to collaborate with various people to support student learning and development</li></ul>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li>
High school diploma or equivalent, and completion of at least two years of College (48 units), or Associate degree (or higher) from an accredited state college, or</li><li>
Pass a local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting in instruction issued by an approved Local education agency.</li><li>
Experience working with students</li><li>
Experience working with low economic and at-risk populations</li><li>
Experience in the education of individuals with exceptional needs, student who are deaf or hard of hearing, or in the related Career Technical Education or Literacy content area</li><li>
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)</li></ul>
Sign Language Interpreter Qualifications:
Fluent in sign language, certified by the national Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or equivalent, if providing Cued Speech interpretation, be certified by any certifying body recognized by the National Cued Speech Association (NCSA)
Language Interpreter Qualifications:
Fluent in the specified language requirement or specific education program, reading, writing, and speaking and ability to translate communications between students and teachers
TRAVEL: Ability to travel in performance of job duties is required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
<ul><li>Mental Demands: high workflow management, high project coordination</li><li>
Finger Dexterity: using primarily just the fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together</li><li>
Talking: especially where one must convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly</li><li>
Average Hearing: able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information</li><li>
Average Visual Abilities: ordinary acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or operate machinery</li><li>
Physical Strength: sedentary work. Sitting most of the time, and occasionally exerts up to 10 lbs. of force (almost all office jobs)</li><li>
Frequent multi-tasking, changing of task priorities, repetitious exacting work required</li><li>
Working in a noisy, distracting environment with frequent deadline pressures</li></ul></div>

Farmington Public Schools (CT)

<div></div><div><ul><div><div>JobID: 2711</div></div> 
<div><div>
Position Type: 
 Support Staff/Special Education Paraprofessional 
</div><div>
Date Posted: 
 3/19/2026 
</div><div>
Location: 
 West Woods Upper Elementary School 
</div><div>
Date Available: 
 03/27/2026 
</div><div>
Closing Date:
 
 Until Filled</div><div> 
West Woods Upper Elementary (Grades 5-6) is seeking a Special Service Paraprofessional with a late March start date. Position is 6.5 hours per day (not including 30 minute unpaid lunch), school year. 
Position includes 8 paid holidays, 12 sick days, 3 personal days. Position is eligible for health insurance, life insurance and long-term disability. 
 
QUALIFICATIONS: 
A. Candidate should hold an Associate's degree or 2 years of college diploma or its equivalent (i.e. Para Professional Assessment). Bachelor's degree preferred. 
B. Candidate should demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain a good rapport with students and possess a personable relationship with teachers. 
C. Consideration will be given to the following: 
 1. ability to carry out directions in both oral and written form. 
 2. various life/work experiences that contribute to the candidate's overall preparedness. Prior experience working with school age children is a plus. 
 
SALARY: Salary Scale - Paraprofessional $24.18 - $28.26 per hour dependent upon experience (per FPSEU contract) 
 
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Special Service Paraprofessional will provide personal care/hygiene (i.e. lifting up to 50 pounds and toileting) and assists with medicine regimen. The paraprofessional also may provide a variety of instructional services and classroom support to staff and students. This includes carrying out teacher prepared lesson plans and supervising teacher-planned activities, assisting in the preparation of materials for instruction, and recording individual progress of students. This position exhibits a cooperative working relationship with teachers. 
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Supporting Instruction</div><ul><li>
Tutoring/one-on-one instruction</li><li>
Criculating in classroom</li><li>
Helping group instruction</li><li>
Modifying instruction materials</li><li>
Assisting students with technology</li><li>
Assisting students with testing and assessments</li></ul><div>
Documentation and Data</div><ul><li>
Observing and collecting data on students</li><li>
Organizing (data, graphs, etc)</li><li>
Recording student progress (including data)</li><li>
Taking classroom notes</li><li>
Taking attendance</li></ul><div>
Student Management</div><ul><li>
Provides personal care/hygiene (i.e.lifting and toileting)</li><li>
Assists with medicine regimen</li><li>
Monitor hallways and/or study halls</li><li>
Maintain on-task behavior</li><li>
Corrects minor behavioral problems</li><li>
PMT and restraint reaining</li><li>
Escort students to other classes</li></ul><div>
Clerical</div><ul><li>
Scheduling activities</li><li>
Copying, stapling, sorting, etc</li><li>
Operate media and classroom tools</li><li>
Maintain equipment</li><li>
Run errands</li></ul><div>
Other</div><ul><li>
Handling records in a confidential manner</li><li>
Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor</li><li>
May be asked to provide medical or personal care / hygiene which may require lifting up to 50 pounds</li></ul><div></div><div> 
The Board of Education will not make employment decisions (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability (including pregnancy), genetic information, veteran status or gender identity or expression, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification. Questions concerning Title VI or Title IX compliance should be directed to: Veronica Ruzek, 14 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT 06032 860-673-8270. Questions concerning Section 504 compliance should be directed to: Dr. Wendy Shepard-Bannish, 14 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT 06032 860-677-1791.</div></div></ul></div>

Special Education Paraprofessional - Upper Elementary

Boston Public Schools

<div>Reports to: Principal/Head of schools 
General Description and Goals:
Security Paraprofessional will assist teachers in providing an innovative, high quality education program designed to meet the needs of the children in the Boston Public Schools. Security Paraprofessional will work with school staff to create an educational environment in which quality and continuity are key factors in educating the students of the Boston Public Schools. 
Responsibilities 
The primary responsible of the Security Paraprofessional is to maintain the safety and security of school hallways, classrooms, common areas and school grounds.<ul><li>
Assist in the arrival and dismissal of students.</li><li>
Manage PM detention hall.</li><li>
Monitor the front door and visitor pass program.</li><li>
Unlock lavatories and maintain a log of student use.</li><li>
Perform other related duties as requested by the Headmaster.</li></ul> 
Qualifications - Required:<ul><li>
Education: High School Diploma or GED</li><li>
Forty-eight (48) Credit Hours of College Coursework or an Associate's Degree, or a passing score on one of the two following Formalized Standardized Assessments: ParaPro Assessment (http://www.ets.org/parapro/) or WorkKeys Certificate of Proficiency for Teacher Assistants (http://www.act.org/workkeys/profcert/index.html).</li><li>
Minimum of two years experience working with young children</li><li>
Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment</li></ul> 
Qualifications - Preferred:<ul><li>
Associate's or Bachelor's Degree.</li><li>
Experience working with adolescents.</li><li>
Experience working in a multi-cultural/multi-ethnic setting.</li><li>
BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity. BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS' official languages:Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, &amp; Somali.</li></ul> 
Terms: BTU, Paraprofessional Unit, Contractual hourly rate 
Please refer to the BPS website for more information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step. 
The start and end times of BPS schools vary, as do the lengths of the school day. Some BPS schools have a longer school day through the &quot;Schedule A&quot; Expanded Learning Time (ELT) agreement. 
The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, natural or protective hairstyle, military status, immigration status, English language proficiency, or any other factor prohibited by law in its programs and activities. BPS does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals&rsquo; dignity or interferes with their ability to work or learn. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process, please contact the Accommodations Unit at accommodations@bostonpublicschools.org.</div>

Security Paraprofessional - [Holland Tech] (SY26-27)

Bozeman School District

Special Education Paraprofessional at Emily Dickinson Elementary School - .875 FTESalary Range: Grade SPED D: $18.90 - $20.27/hr. DOE or current placement on salary schedule. Benefits AvailableDescription:This position is a part of a team of staff working primarily in a special education setting with additional support provided in inclusion and general education classrooms. The aide will collaborate closely with the supervising teacher as well as with the general education teachers in support of student success. Responsibilities will include tutoring and supervision of students at all grade levels in a variety of settings within the school.Qualifications:Previous experience of working with students, particularly students with learning challenges, is preferred. Valuable attributes include patience, flexibility, initiative, problem-solving, creativity, and a student-centered mindset. Strong communication skills are very valuable. High School Diploma or GED; 2 Years of post secondary education, or Associates Degree.Working Conditions:The position is working closely with students individually or in small groups within the special education classroom and throughout the elementary school in general education settings.Application Procedure: Apply online at www.bsd7.org.Pay: $18.90 - $20.27 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>AD&amp;D insurance</li><li>Bereavement leave</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Paraprofessional-Special Education - .875 FTE

Allentown School District

<div></div><div><ul><div><div>JobID: 4240</div></div> 
<div><div>
Position Type: 
 Paraprofessionals- Special Education/Special Education Paraprofessional 
</div><div>
Date Posted: 
 3/12/2026 
</div><div>
Location: 
 Lehigh Parkway Elementary School</div><div></div><div> 
PT Paraprofessional (Special Education 1:1) 
Starting Salary: $22.66/hr.</div><div>
Qualifications:</div><ul><li>
Must meet educational requirements for &quot;highly qualified paraprofessional,&quot; as defined by the federal laws, No Child Left Behind, and IDEA. Must meet educational requirements of Chapter 14, PA Code 22.</li><li>
Must meet basic reading, writing, and math competencies.</li><li>
Valid Act 34, 114, and Act 151 clearances.</li><li>
Valid tuberculosis test and physical examination with ADA reasonable accommodations stipulated, as appropriate.</li><li>
Must continue to meet the required annual obligations of Chapter 14, PA Code 22: 20 hours of approved staff development activities related to their assignment.</li><li>
U. S. citizen or holder of a valid work visa.</li><li>
Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable.</li></ul><div>
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
 
Summary 
An instructional paraprofessional is a school employee who works under the direction of a certificated staff member to support and assists in providing instructional, behavioral, and functional programs and services to children with disabilities or eligible young children. The support and assistance include one-on-one or group review of material taught by certificated staff, classroom management and implementation of positive behavior support plans. Services may be provided in a special education class, regular education class or other instructional setting (e.g., community-based instruction) as provided in the student's IEP. Instructional paraprofessionals shall meet one of the following qualifications: 
 
<ul><li> Have completed at least 2 years of post-secondary study.</li><li> Possess an associate degree or higher.</li><li> Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a State or local assessment.</li><li> Participate in 20 hours of approved staff development activities annually.</li></ul> 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</div><ul><li>
Assist the principal and other professionals in maintaining a safe and orderly school environment.</li><li>
Assist the special education and regular education teachers in the delivery of appropriate instructional and tutorial strategies as per the individualized educational plan (IEP).</li><li>
Under the direction of the teacher, provide instructional support for the purpose of supporting/reinforcing lessons (e.g., administering tests, tutoring or reinforcing instruction).</li><li>
Under the direction of the teacher, collect observational and academic data for the purpose of progress monitoring.</li><li>
Maintain students' files/records for the purpose of documenting activities and/or providing reliable information.</li><li>
Under the direction of the teacher, follow and implement positive behavior support plans.</li><li>
Handle students' personal needs (e.g., feeding, toileting, diapering, etc.) for the purpose of providing care to students who may or may not have medical conditions, but the medical concern is not the primary orientation for the student.</li><li>
Assist students' safe transitions from/to locations and environments within and around the school (e.g., bus, cafeteria, community-based instruction, etc.).</li><li>
Participate in specialized training related to specific individualized needs of eligible students with IEPs.</li><li>
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA regulations/Chapter 14.</li><li>
Respond appropriately to emergency situations as per standing orders and other policies and procedures.</li><li>
Perform such other tasks within the expectation of this job category and/or assume such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the Superintendent of Schools, principal, or Director of Special Education.</li><li>
When another paraprofessional (personal care assistant or educational interpreter) assigned within the building is absent (short-term), the administrator of the building may reassign other paraprofessionals to support special education students based on a priority of needs.</li><li>
If the instructional paraprofessional is assigned to work with one student and the student is absent, the administrator of the building may reassign the paraprofessional during the absence of the student within special education.</li><li>
Perform such other tasks within the expectation of this job category and/or assume such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the Superintendent of Schools, principal, or Director of Special Education.</li></ul><div> 
 
Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future! 
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages. 
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. 
This may include* 
o Medical Insurance 
o Dental Insurance 
o Vision Reimbursement 
o Tuition Reimbursement 
o Personal and Sick time 
o PSERS Retirement Fund 
 
<ul><li>Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement.</li></ul></div></div></ul></div>

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