Substitute Paraeducator

SUBSTITUTE PARA EDUCATOR

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Para Certificate or Post-Secondary Education preferred
• Experience in a K-12 education system and/or working with children preferred
• Ability to follow instructions and adapt to different classroom environments
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Patience, flexibility, and a genuine interest in supporting student success
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable

• Human Resources/Sub Services

The Substitute Para educator provides support to students, teachers, and classroom staff by assisting with instructional, behavioral, and/or physical needs in the absence of the regular para educator. This role ensures continuity of support services, helping maintain a safe, inclusive, and effective learning environment.

• Assist students individually or in small groups with academic activities under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Support students with Individual Education Plans, including implementing accommodations and behavior support plans.
• Monitor student behavior and support positive behavior interventions.
• Provide supervision during classroom activities, lunch, recess, and transitions including student arrival and departure.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment.
• Support students with physical or personal care needs (if required and trained).
• Document observations and student progress as directed.
• Follow lesson plans, routines, and instructions left by the regular para educator, teacher, or Principal.
• Communicate professionally with staff, students, and others.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
• Other duties as assigned.

• May work in general education or special education classrooms.
• May involve standing, walking, lifting, or assisting students with physical needs.
• May include exposure to students with challenging behaviors.
• Schedule and assignments may vary based on daily staffing needs.
• Must be able to arrive at the scheduled assignment time.

This is a non-contract position. Substitute positions work on call as needed for various assignments/buildings throughout the district. Substitute Paraeducators will be required to work a minimum number of shifts/hours in order to remain as an active employee. Substitutes in good standing at the end of a school year may elect to return to their subbing position for the following school year.

Work is available daily during the 175 days of the school year.

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the District’s policy on Evaluation, State Statute, and any applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

All applicants must complete a mandatory interview as part of the hiring process.

Background checks and compliance with district/state employment requirements are also required prior to placement.