Parapro; SPED) Self Contained; PT

Salt Lake City School District Highland Park Elementary
- Salt Lake City, Utah Open in Google Maps

Parapro (SPED) Self Contained (PT)- 180

Salt Lake City School District Highland Park Elementary
- Salt Lake City, Utah Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Salt Lake City School District

Job : 5937077

Final date to receive applications: Oct 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 23, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Work Calendar: Hourly

FTE: 0.73 (Up to 29.5 Hours per Week)

Contract Status: Non-Contract

FLSA Status: Non
- Exempt

Reports To: Principal or Administrative Designee

Starting Wage: $ 20.00 hourly

Salary Schedule/Lane: 86/O

Benefits: Medical Benefits Only

Anticipated

Start Date:

10/05/2026

Priority Screen Date:09/28/2026

Positions Available: 2

JOB SUMMARY

The Paraprofessional (Special Education)- Self-Contained helps students navigate everyday challenges by developing and aiding students’ daily living, motor and behavioral skills, including but not limited to feeding and toileting, provides one-on-one support to students who may be medically fragile and have severe disabilities. Under the direction of a Special Education teacher, assists in the supervision and instruction of special education students in specific classes such as Diagnostic Kindergarten/1 st Grade, Academic Support, Behavior Support, and Essential Elements, data collection and Medicaid documentation.

To be successful in this role, the incumbent must demonstrate a high level of patience and the ability to maintain a calm and nurturing demeanor in high-stress situations.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or a recognized equivalent
• Per Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), interested applicants must be Highly Qualified to be considered for the position and have completed one of the following:
• completed at least two years at an accredited higher education institution (minimum 48 semester hours), or
• obtained an associates (or higher) degree from an accredited higher education institution, or
• satisfied a rigorous state or local assessment (Parapro Assessment/PRAXIS ETS) with a score of 460 or higher
• The higher education institution or official transcripts, or college diploma, or a copy of the Paraprofessional Assessment must be provided with your application or upon a contingent offer of employment
• Hold or obtain CPR & First Aid Certificate within 2 months of hire
• Complete Safety Care Training
• Attend Annual Health Services Training
• Effective communication skills with both children and adults, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English; proficiency in grammar and punctuation
• Ability to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and ratios
• Experience using standard office equipment (e.g., phone, copy, fax machines etc.) and Microsoft Office

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a K-12 special education or public employment environment
• Spanish or other language proficiency, including ability to read, write, speak, and understand

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist and supervise students as they attend general education classes and provide support according to their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) needs; under the direction of the teacher, utilize knowledge of student’s IEP and concepts for Special Education learning to implement learning and behavior plans that meet students' social and behavioral interventions, health care plans, and ensure compliance with IEPs
• Work with students who may have significant behavior, academic, or personal health care needs, which include feeding, toileting, moving, rolling, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting up to 30 pounds. Training will be provided
• Under the guidance of the teacher, provide instruction to students 1:1 or in small groups to work on IEP goals or other materials as directed. Use knowledge of age-appropriate activities and stages of child development to implement classroom management techniques, provide classroom interventions and a variety of activities (e.g., constructive play, learning in small groups, behavior modification activities, etc.), while managing time effectively
• Collect data pertaining to student behaviors, academics, and self-care. Under the supervision of the teacher, document your duties with students to support Medicaid funding. Perform record-keeping and clerical functions using basic job-related equipment (e.g., copying, grading, etc.) to assist teacher and…