Special Education Paraeducator
Listed on 2026-10-02
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Elementary School, Child Development/Support
Special Education Para educator (Sayeik Gastineau Community School)
- Date Posted:
8/12/2026 - Location:
Sayeik Gastineau Community School - Date Available:
ASAP - Closing Date:
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Location:Districtwide (Sayeik: Gastineau Community School)
Full-Time Position:(.9333 FTE)
Position Summary:Works primarily with students who are in special education. Presents material and activities to improve skills in assigned areas, which may include reading, writing, math, computers and/or vocational education. Works individually or in small groups. Records grades and other measures of students' progress and behavior.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma
- Some prior experience working with school age children preferred
- CPR, first aid and district approved behavior management techniques may be required. (includes have a general understanding of behavior modification techniques; demonstrates the ability to remain calm and follow through with a plan in stressful situations; manage and deescalate angry and aggressive students; and, handle a variety of behaviors, including crisis situations).
- Must have either an AA degree, or 48 semester hours, or be willing to take and pass the Work Keys Exam (support available).
Knowledge of:
- Files and record keeping.
- Personal computers and related software.
- School age children's behavior.
- Behavior modification(includes emotionally disturbed but with a shift differential)
Ability to:
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Provide instructional assistance in assigned areas.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. (Communicate and coordinate effectively with students, staff, supervisors and parents.)
- Operate a personal computer and related software.
- Maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and parents. (Have an understanding of cultural, family and disability issues; and be able to adapt techniques as needed.
Compensation:This is a permanent full-time 9 month position, working 35 hours per week, with a starting salary of $26.37 per hour plusdifferential. We offer an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plan, and paid time off. This position is represented by the Juneau Education Support Staff (JESS) bargaining agreement.
Selected hire will be fingerprinted at applicant's expense and fingerprints forwarded to the Alaska State Troopers and the FBI for a records check.
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