Paraprofessional - Special Education

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• Date Posted:
  7/29/2026
• Location:
  
  ALE/Launch

Department:

Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School, Junior High, or High School

Job Status:

Full Time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Reports To:

Building Administrator and Special Education Director

Grade/Level:Classified

Amount of

Travel Required:

Varies

Job Type:Regular

Positions Supervised:

None

Work Schedule:

181-day contract. Hours are typically 7:30-4:00 daily with a 30-minute lunch and two 15-minute breaks. However, the daily schedule may vary depending on the needs of the district.

To support teachers and other certified personnel in the implementation of instruction and related services for students with disabilities.

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities.

Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, elective classes, and gymnasiums, or on field trips.

Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.

Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.

Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.

Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.

Observe students' performance, and record relevant data to assess progress.

Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.

Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.

Operate computers in classrooms and laboratories and assist students with hardware and software use.

Reinforce instructional activities with students as directed by the teacher.

Assist in the preparation of instructional materials.

Observe and respect confidentiality as it applies to all students.

Implement therapeutic activities including OT, PT, and Speech and Behavioral support under the direction of the special education teacher and school therapists.

Implement Intensive Crisis Management protocols after training and certification.

Assist teacher in maintaining the classroom.

Assist with duties as assigned in the lunchroom, during physical activity periods, on the bus, etc.

Escort students to elective classes and facilitate their inclusion and participation.

Attend extracurricular and school-sanctioned events with students as assigned.

Attend professional development as directed and implement strategies at the direction of the teacher.

After training by school nurse, administer student medication in accordance with school policy with appropriate documentation.

Assist students in practicing and participating in Special Olympics at the discretion of the special education teachers.

Provide and document personal care for students with disabilities which may include the following:
Lifting and positioning of students
Changing clothes/diapers
Catheterization
Tube Feedings
Oral feeding and food preparation
Oral Suctioning
Tracheostomy care
Brushing of teeth
Monitoring and documenting seizures
Monthly cycle care

Ride a special education bus, as required, to ensure safety of students with disabilities. Duties may include the following:
Physically assist students on and off the bus.
Ensure that seat belts and/or harnesses are securely fastened during the route.
Operate wheelchair lift and tiedowns.
Provide behavioral support as needed.
Maintain visual supervision of students at all times to ensure safety.
Assist with evacuation drills.
Maintain roster and check students on/off the bus.
Assist the driver as a "look-out" in difficult situations.
Inform the driver of any damage or needed repairs.

Report to the proper authorities any cases of suspected child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.

Report suspected bullying to building principal or designee as required by Arkansas law and district policies.

Adhere to all policies of the District.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Administrator and Special Education Director.

Accountability
- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

Accuracy
- Ability to perform work…