Special Education Paraprofessional

West Baton Rouge Parish School System Brusly Upper Elementary School
- Brusly, Louisiana Open in Google Maps

West Baton Rouge Parish School System Brusly Upper Elementary School
- Brusly, Louisiana Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in West Baton Rouge Parish

Job : 5847278

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Paraprofessional (Head Start, Title I, Regular Education, and Special Education)

Location:
Site Level School

Reports To:
School Principal

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Salary Range:
Per W  Salary Schedule

Terms of Employment: 9 Months

GENERAL OVERVIEW

The paraprofessional working in Head Start, Title I, Regular Education or Special Education classrooms shall work directly with
students under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher to assist with the effective management/instruction of the
class/classes to which he or she is assigned.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in meeting the instructional needs of the students under the direction of the classroom teacher
• Interacts appropriately with students, and assists in creating an environment conducive to learning
• Helps students with personal possessions
• Assists in maintaining discipline standards according to the regulations of the school system and the assigned teacher
• Assists with handling of specialized equipment, computer, software, assistive language devices, etc. as directed by the classroom teacher
• Attends faculty meetings, parent conferences/meetings, and IEP meetings when requested
• Assists in maintaining classroom equipment and assists in keeping materials of instruction organized and clean
• Maintains student confidentiality
• Accompanies students to other classes, the restroom, recess, etc.
• Assists with feeding, diapering, and toileting, as well as other custodial or health-related duties as required for Head Start students and students with disabilities*
• Makes necessary wheelchair/equipment adjustments and positioning needed throughout the school day*
• Lifts and moves students as necessary*
• Assists in meeting the medical needs of students with disabilities: catheterization, administration of medication, etc. after proper training is provided*
• Becomes knowledgeable of and assists with the implementation of appropriate educational programs/standard
• Participates in grade level/subject areas meetings and /professional development activities
• Other duties as assigned

* Specific to Paraprofessionals assigned to Head Start, Special Education classes or to other Paraprofessionals

who serve in Regular Education or Title I classes that are a part of the Special Education Inclusion program.

PERSONAL TRAITS

Exhibits competency in the following areas:

• Poise and self-confidence
• Enthusiasm and optimism
• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Willingness to implement recommendations
• Acceptable speech and grammar
• Effective communication with students
• Discreet handling of confidential information
• Unbiased attitude regarding race, sex, creed, religion or disability
• Effective communication with colleagues and other adults

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Highly Qualified
  :
  Must have accomplished at least one of the following:

• Passed the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Para-Pro Assessment (ETS Para-Pro Assessment #0755) with a passing score of 450; or
• Completed two years of full-time study (48 semester credit hours) from a state-approved or regionally accredited institution of higher education (as defined by requirements in No Child Left Behind legislation) with 9 hours of ELA and 9 hours of Math coursework;or
• Earned an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Applied Science degree from a state-approved or regionally accredited institution of higher education that includes 9 hours of ELA and 9 hours of Math coursework

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $25,275 Per Year

Job Categories:

Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Barbara Burke
• 3761 Rosedale Road
• Port Allen, Louisiana 70767
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