Instructional Paraprofessional; Adult - Downes

Position: Instructional Paraprofessional (Adult Support) - Downes #35933
Position Type:
Para educator/Instructional

Date Posted:
6/12/2026

Location:
Downes (John R.) Elementary School

Date Available:
School year 2026 - 2027

Closing Date:
06/21/2026

District:
Christina School District
POSITION: Instructional Paraprofessional #35933 CLOSING DATE:
June 21, 2026

LOCATION:
Downes Elementary School

REPORT TO: Designated Administrator

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
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.

Apply online: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Delaware Schools Consortium - Frontline Recruitment

STARTING DATE:
School Year 2026 - 2027
SALARY: Commensurate with appropriate schedule: .christinak
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QUALIFICATIONS:

• Holds high school transcript or equivalency, along with one of the following:
  • o An associate degree or higher with a GPA of 2.0 or higher from an accredited institution, or
  • o Sixty college credits from an accredited institution, or
  • o A score of 459 or higher on the Para Pro Test
• Has strong communication skills; writing and speaking in English
• Has strong communication skills; writing and speaking in a second language; if required by assignment
• Has experience working with children in varied settings; preferred
• Has working knowledge of behavior management procedures; preferred
• Has knowledge of software applications including MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint; preferred
• Has knowledge of assistive technology and accommodations for special education students; preferred
• Assist with self-help training (student transfer, toileting, diapering, grooming, feeding etc.) if required by assignment
• Satisfactorily pass Safety Techniques and Personal Restraint Techniques assessments, if required by assignment
• Satisfactorily pass CPR and First Aid training, if required by assignment
• Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per work day
• Minimum lifting requirements - 50 pounds (with assistance)
• Must be able to use arms and hands without restrictions to accommodate the physical, mobility, and ambulatory needs of students

INSTRUCTIONAL PARAPROFESSIONAL

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

Special Education & Special Program

Qualifications:

Instructional paraprofessionals in a special education program setting must have the willingness to accept and carry out the following:

• Work directly with students with guidance from the teacher. Provide coaching and modeling to facilitate the active involvement of students in their educational setting.
• Instructional paraprofessionals in a special education program setting must have the willingness to accept and carry out the following:
  • Assist with instruction and support with self-help skills (student transfer, toileting, diapering, grooming, feeding etc.)
  • Understand and implement the students' IEP (Individual Education Program) goals and accommodations to ensure student's success, including Behavior Support Plans

• RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Ensure the safety of the students within all school and community environments
  • Ensure student confidentiality
  • Collaborate with the teacher, paraprofessionals and/or related services providers about the plans, and implementation of activities and resources for the students
  • Work with students in variety of ways as directed by the teacher, which may include individual, small group, or whole group settings, in the school and/or in the community
  • Assist in ongoing monitoring of students' progress which may include assessing, data collection and computer work.
  • 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
  • May assist with the supervision and monitoring of social interactions during non-instructional activities such as bus duty, breakfast/…