Instructional ParaprofessionalChristina EEC

Instructional Paraprofessional

Job

Location:

Christina Early Education Center

Date Posted: 6/3/2026

Date Available:

School year 2026 - 2027

Closing Date: 06/17/2026

Report To:
Designated Administrator

Work directly with students with guidance from the teacher. Provide coaching and modeling to facilitate the active involvement of students in their educational setting.

Qualified applicants must submit an online paraprofessional application, upload letter of interest, resume and three current (within one year), dated & signed professional reference letters. Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job d for this position.

• Holds high school transcript or equivalency, along with one of the following:
  • Associate degree or higher with a GPA of 2.0 or higher from an accredited institution
  • Sixty college credits from an accredited institution
  • Score of 459 or higher on the Para Pro Test
• Strong communication skills; writing and speaking in English
• Strong communication skills; writing and speaking in a second language if required by assignment
• Experience working with children in varied settings (preferred)
• Working knowledge of behavior management procedures (preferred)
• Knowledge of software applications including MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint (preferred)
• Knowledge of accommodations for special education students (preferred)
• Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per work day

• Ensure the safety of the students within all school and community environments
• Ensure student confidentiality
• Utilize knowledge of the social, emotional, medical, and academic needs of individual students obtained through collaboration with teacher and/or specialist
• Collaborate with the teacher and/or related services providers about the plans and implementation of activities and resources for the students
• Work with students in a variety of ways, which may include individual, small group, or whole group settings, in the school and/or in the community, as prescribed by instructional programs
• Work with students in a variety of content areas, including math, science, English, social studies, and any elective
• In an inclusionary environment, may also work with regular education students
• Assist in ongoing monitoring of students' progress, which may include assessment, data collection and computer work
• Communicate essential student information, progress, concerns to the assigned teacher, worksite coordinator, or assigned administrator
• Support in maintaining discipline of students using behavior management plan as directed by classroom teacher
• Maintain dignity and respect for each student at all times
• Perform routine tasks such as classroom duties, record keeping, checking and grading papers, gathering/preparing materials, assisting with classroom activities, operating multimedia equipment, and job coaching at community-based locations
• Assist with supervision and monitoring of social interactions during non-instructional activities such as bus duty, breakfast/lunch, recess, student transition between activities, specials/elective and field trips
• Must report to work on time every workday, except as afforded by existing law
• Must perform all duties as assigned during scheduled workdays
• Perform other duties as requested by administration to meet the needs of the students
• Maintain a professional attitude and appearance in all settings as required by district guidelines
• Use initiative to solve problems
• Follow district and building procedures

Christina Early Education Center

Human Resources Office
1988 S College Avenue
Newark, DE 19702
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Website: www.christinak
12.org

An acceptable Criminal Background Report and a Child Abuse Registry check showing you are not on the Registry at any level.

The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator, Christina School District, 1899 S College Avenue, Newark, DE 19702;
Telephone: .