Special Education Paraprofessional

Special Education Paraprofessional

Location:

Bue Star Elementary

Reports To:

Building Principal

FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Schedule:

Part-Time, School-Year (30 hours/week M-F)

Salary:
Class III Support Staff Pay Schedule ($16.92/hour Base)

Summary:

The Special Education Paraprofessional provides instructional, behavioral, social, and physical support to students with disabilities in general and special education settings. Working under the direction of certified staff, this position assists in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), supports student access to the curriculum, and helps maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. The role includes both academic intervention support and assistance with daily living skills as needed.

Essential functions are the core responsibilities required to perform this role. These duties ensure students with disabilities receive appropriate instructional, behavioral, and physical support in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and applicable state and federal regulations, including MARSE and IDEA. The Special Education Paraprofessional is also responsible for other duties as assigned to meet the evolving needs of students and the district.

Instructional Support and IEP Implementation:

• Assist teachers in delivering individualized and small-group instruction aligned to student IEP goals.
• Implement accommodations and modifications as directed by certified staff.
• Support student participation in general education and special education settings.
• Reinforce learning concepts and provide guided practice and feedback.
• Assist with classroom preparation, instructional materials, and organization.

Student Support and Behavioral Assistance:

• Support positive student behavior and reinforce classroom and school-wide expectations.
• Assist in implementing positive behavior support plans (PBSP) as directed.
• Model appropriate social interactions and support the development of social-emotional skills.
• Encourage student independence while providing appropriate levels of support.

Physical and Personal Care Support:

• Assist students with disabilities according to individualized needs, which may include:
• Mobility support (lifting, positioning, transferring)
• Feeding assistance
• Toileting and personal hygiene
• Maintain student dignity and safety during all personal care tasks.

Assessment and Data Collection:

• Assist with data collection related to IEP goals, behavior tracking, and progress monitoring.
• Support implementation of instructional and behavioral plans using data-informed practices.
• Communicate observations and student progress to teachers and staff.

Student Supervision and Safety:

• Supervise students in classrooms and across school environments, including hallways, cafeteria, playground, assemblies, and arrival/dismissal.
• Maintain a safe and structured environment for all students.
• Respond appropriately to student needs, including crisis situations, following district protocols.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work collaboratively with teachers, special education staff, related service providers, and administrators.
• Follow directions from certified staff and building leadership.
• Keep teachers informed of student needs, concerns, and progress.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA, Board policy, and district expectations.

Other functions of the job include, but are not limited to the following:

• Adhere to all District policies, procedures, and Board guidelines.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and training as assigned.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and effective communication.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Building Principal or district administration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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.

Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of child development and learning needs.
• Awareness of special education…