Instructional Paraprofessional Leasure REACH

Instructional Paraprofessional

Position:
Instructional Paraprofessional

Location:

Leasure (May

B.) Elementary School

Report To:
Designated Administrator

Qualifications:

• Holds high school transcript or equivalency, along with one of the following:
• An associate degree or higher with a GPA of 2.0 or higher from an accredited institution
• Sixty college credits from an accredited institution
• 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

Responsibilities:

• 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

Starting Date:
School Year 2026 - 2027

Salary:
Commensurate with appropriate Effective Nov 2025

Application Procedures:
Qualified applicants must submit an online paraprofessional application, upload a 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.

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, marital status, gender identity, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.