Paraprofessional, Early Childhood Special Education; ECSE

Paraprofessional, Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) - Starts at $21.76 per hour

Omaha Public Schools Gateway Elementary
- Omaha, Nebraska

This job is also posted in Omaha Public Schools.

• Job : 5720933
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: May 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Starting August 2026

Position Title: Paraprofessional
- Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) – Work August through May when students are in session.

• Working with children individually or in small groups under teacher direction.
• Assigned to miscellaneous duties around the classrooms; i.e., bulletin boards, preparing materials, readying equipment, housekeeping, preparing snacks, duplicating materials, etc.
• Assist children in specific arts and crafts activities.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, and adapt to the physical demands of the position.
• Assist/accompany students during transitions in and out of the ECSE classroom.
• Assist the teacher in routine reporting and accounting of student information.
• Assist the teacher in helping students remove and put on outer apparel.
• Assist in positioning and bracing of students.
• Help in unusual situations, such as field trips, fire drills, and tornado drills.
• Observe and record behavior, and assist in the use of techniques designed by the teacher.
• Assist the students in toileting and self-care activities (e.g., washing, brushing teeth, diapering).
• Assist with lifting students.
• Other duties as assigned by the teacher and/or supervisor.

• An Associate's degree, OR completion of 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours at an institution of higher learning, OR demonstrated proficiency in the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing and mathematics via state or locally approved competency test.
• Associate's Degree or Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA) preferred.
• Willingness to complete early childhood education coursework.
• Knowledge of the Head Start Performance Standards, preferred.
• Must be able to physically interact with children, including bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor, lifting, climbing and walking.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to sudden changes.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to demonstrate appropriate communication skills.
• Evidence of good mental and physical health.
• Dependable with good work attendance record.
• Skills pertinent to positive human relationships and ability to work effectively with instructional staff, students, parents, administration and the community.

Reports to: Building Principal

Work Schedule: 7.00 hours per day, Monday through Friday, 10 Month, Non-Exempt

Salary: Wages are administered consistent with negotiated agreement or board adopted salary schedule.

This position is treated as a full-time non-exempt classified position. The terms of employment are governed by applicable state laws regulating employment in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies, as those laws and policies may change over time. If represented by a collective bargaining agreement, employment will be governed by that agreement.

The offer of employment is contingent upon:

• Obtaining and providing verification of all licenses, certificates, and other requirements for the position, and maintaining them throughout employment.
• A background check which demonstrates acceptable background for the position.
• Verification of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (if required).
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required).
• Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination to determine ability to perform essential functions.

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