Special Education Paraprofessional III

Special Education Paraprofessional III

Location:

Carson Middle School

Open To:
Employees of Carson City School District and external applicants.

Application Period:
Closes June 12, 2026 or until filled.

Salary & Benefits:

Salary Range: $21.73 to $28.11 (7 hours per day, 181 days per year) with benefits according to the classified negotiated agreement. Employer-paid retirement, health and life insurance, sick leave benefits and personal leave. The prior position must be similar in nature and written verification of employment from the previous employer must be submitted to Human Resources upon employment. Per Administrative Regulation No.

311.1.

This position is strictly contingent upon sufficient funding, and student enrollment.

Application:
Complete the online application by clicking "Apply for this Position." The application could include:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Copy of High School Diploma, or High School transcript, or GED Certificate, or degree from a higher education college/university.

Graduation from high school or the equivalent. A typical qualifying entrance background is completion of formal or informal training in child development, physical therapy or a closely related field; and experience performing the work of a para professional in a special education program for disabled students; or experience at or equivalent to experience as a Para Professional III for the Carson City School District, wherein the incumbent has acquired the knowledge and abilities listed below.

Must have an Associates Degree or completion of two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education (verified by official transcript) or pass the state-approved academic proficiency test (Para Professional Assessment). All applicants must meet all highly qualified requirements pursuant to No Child Left Behind (NCLB) regulations. Bilingual preferred.

Job Title:

Special Education Paraprofessional III

Location:

Student Support Services/Site Based

Reports To:

Principal or Designee

FLSA Status:
Non-exempt

Prepared By:
Associate Superintendent of Human Resources

Prepared Date: 7/12/2023

Our Mission Carson City School District has a mission: in partnership with families and the community, we will make the most of every day for each student by empowering them with the skills, knowledge, values, and opportunities to thrive. In pursuit of that mission, we're working to develop better practices, challenge the status quo, and build a community that inspires and empowers innovators, leaders, and thinkers.

We are building a team of trailblazers and are looking for high energy, positive, passionate, happy people to help accomplish our ambitious mission.

Position Summary The School District Paraprofessional III in the Alternate Standards Placement Classroom plays a crucial role in supporting students and teachers in an inclusive educational setting. This position involves assisting teachers in classroom operations and providing instruction to students with various disabilities. These disabilities may include learning disabilities, serious emotional disabilities, severe intellectual and physical challenges, visual impairment, and hearing impairment.

As a Paraprofessional III, you will contribute to the implementation of individual education programs for each student. You will be an integral part of the classroom, supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally. In addition to these responsibilities, clerical duties will also be performed as required. Bilingual proficiency is preferred for this role. Your commitment to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment is essential.

You will work closely with the classroom teacher and other support staff to facilitate student engagement, foster academic progress, promote social-emotional development, and provide assistance with tasks such as toileting, diapering, and lifting students when necessary.

Salary Range $21.73/hr. to $27.56/hr. plus employer paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance, and retirement benefits.