Paraprofessional to Assistive Technology Specialist

Paraprofessional to the Assistive Technology Specialist

Position Type: Para educator/Instructional

Date Posted: 8/26/2025

Location: Capital Administrative Office

Date Available: as soon as possible

Closing Date: Until Filled

District: Capital School District

Terms of Employment: 10 month position (temporary if hired after contractual start of the school year)

Reports To: Director of Special Services

Salary: Current Paraprofessional Salary Schedule

The District-Wide Assistive (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). supports the implementation and integration of assistive technology tools and services for students with disabilities across the district. Working under the supervision of the Assistive Technology Specialist and in collaboration with special education teams, this role assists in the setup, maintenance, and daily use of AT devices and software. The paraprofessional plays a vital role in ensuring that students receive access to appropriate tools that support communication, learning, and independence in educational settings.

• Assist in the preparation, distribution, setup, and organization of assistive technology tools (e.g., communication devices, adaptive equipment, screen readers, tablets).
• Support students during classroom activities using AT devices, ensuring proper use and functionality.
• Provide on‑site technical assistance and troubleshooting for AT equipment and software.
• Maintain inventory, track usage, and manage the distribution of assistive technology materials and devices across school sites.
• Document usage and performance of assistive technology tools; gather data as needed for IEP teams.
• Collaborate with special education staff, related service providers, and IT personnel to ensure students' needs are met.
• Assist with staff training sessions by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and demonstrating basic device functions.
• Provide in‑class support to students as directed, ensuring appropriate use of assistive technology throughout the instructional day.
• Travel to multiple school sites across the district to provide support.

• Delaware Paraprofessional Certification using one of the three options:
  • High School Diploma and passing Paraprofessional Assessment
  • Completed at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher learning and accumulating at least 60 credits
  • Obtain an Associates Degree or higher

Required:

• Experience working with students with disabilities in an educational setting
• Basic proficiency with technology, including tablets, laptops, and educational software
• Ability to learn and apply new technologies and software tools quickly
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Willingness to travel to various schools throughout the district

Preferred:

• Prior experience with assistive technology tools (e.g., AAC devices, screen readers, alternative keyboards)
• Familiarity with IEP processes and documentation
• Experience supporting students with physical, sensory, or communication needs

• Duties performed in classroom environments, therapy spaces, and office settings
• Must be able to lift and transport equipment (up to 25 pounds)
• Regular travel between district school buildings required

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand and /or fingers to handle or feel;

reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Protective Registry Check for the candidate who is offered employment
• Tuberculin test and physical
• Mandatory Direct Deposit of Paycheck

Interested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may apply by completing an employment application no later than 11:59 PM on the closing date indicated above. A cover letter, resume, and three letters of reference, dated within the last year, are required. Please note that incomplete application packages will not be considered.

Applicants needing special accommodations in the application process of the vacancy announcement may contact the Human Resources office at .

The Capital School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital…