Special Educator Paraeducator -Behavior; SixOnline

HIRING FOR 2026/2027 SCHOOL YEAR

RE-1 Valley School District is seeking a reliable and student-focused Para educator to support students participating in online, virtual or classroom based coursework.

The ideal candidate will assist students with navigating online learning platforms, staying organized, and maintaining progress in their courses while working under the supervision of a certified teacher.

REPORTS TO: Program Director & Director of Student Services

SALARY RANGE & CATEGORY: $17.30/hour (depending on experience) on Classified Hourly Salary Schedule

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

WORK CALENDAR: 165 days

FTE: 1.0

Full-time with benefits; 4-day school week (Tuesday - Friday)

The Para educator supports students engaged in virtual, online or classroom based coursework by providing supervision, guidance, and academic assistance. The para educator helps ensure students remain engaged, organized, and on track for course completion while working under the direction of licensed instructional staff. The para educator assists the teacher in general daily classroom activities, helps special needs students, and cares for their physical, emotional health and safety, affirming their abilities, and striving to promote dignity in all relationships.

The para educator assists the certified teacher with clerical duties as assigned.

• Assisting students in achieving academic success
• Working with students who may be disruptive in class
• Behavior support which includes physical management (training provided upon hire)
• Social integration
• Consultation and collaboration with Special Education, Regular Education Teachers, and Program Director as well as related service staff
• Imparting life skills such as self-hygiene and social/emotional skills
• Assisting the teacher in implementing positive behavior plans and systems appropriate to the individual student
• Communication with other paraprofessionals and staff to keep track of student movements, schedules, and locations.
• Any and all other duties as may be assigned

• School-based learning lab or supervised online learning environment
• Frequent interaction with students and staff
• Extended computer and screen use
• Occasional evening events (parent conferences, school activities)

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with district policy and district approved evaluation tools.

• Candidates:
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• Completed and submitted online application.
• A current cover letter or letter of interest detailing information about the candidate and their interest in the position.
• A current, professional resume.
• Three current professional letters of reference.
• Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, and a limited number of candidates are selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon completing the post‑offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination.

• Employer‑paid health insurance.
• Optional dental and vision insurance.
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

All staff are to be cognizant of policies regarding confidentiality. All District Board of Education policies may be viewed from the District's website.

RE‑1 Valley School District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

RE‑1 Valley School District makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.