Special Education Paraeducator - 5-12

Special Education Para educator Grades 5-12

Title:

Special Education Para educator

Work Year: 10-Month

Department:
Student Support Services

FLSA Status:
Represented, Non-Exempt

Hourly Rate: $19.37 pending union negotiations

Position Overview:

The District Para educator supports classroom instruction and student learning by assisting certified staff in maintaining a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment. This position provides direct support to students' academic, social, emotional, and physical development including implementing accommodations and modifications as outlined in Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). The Para educator works collaboratively across settings alongside general education teachers, special education staff, related services providers, and auxiliary personnel to support instructional and student goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instructional and Student Support
• Behavioral and Social Support
• Student Care and Supervision
• Classroom and Program Support
• Professional Responsibilities

Education & Experience:

Associate degree, OR at least 60 college credits, OR High school diploma with successful completion of the Para Pathways (formerly Para Pro) assessment required. Experience working with students, particularly in special education settings, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to support instructional activities and follow teacher direction. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment. Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond to student needs. Ability to work collaboratively in a classroom environment. Ability to observe, document, and report student progress and concerns. Commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment. Ability to learn Microsoft Office and Google applications and district-specific software applications.

Physical and Cognitive Demands:
Work in this classification requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and assisting students throughout the school day. The employee must be able to lift and move light materials and assist students as needed. Duties require attention to detail, communication, and the ability to respond to dynamic classroom situations. Vision must be correctable to 20/20 and hearing correctable to within normal limits.

Adaptive technology may be utilized as appropriate. The work environment includes classroom and school settings with occasional exposure to outdoor conditions. The noise level is typically moderate.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every duty performed in this position. Additional duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Start Date:

August 2026

Open Until Filled

Interested candidates must complete the application online nfordschools.org (Internal candidates should provide all the required information.) Bilingual English/Spanish candidates encouraged to apply