General Education Paraeducator Coach

Job Details

• Position Type:
  District Coordinator or Specialist
• Date Posted: 2/17/2026
• Location:
  
  Educator Support & Development
• Date Available:
  
  2026‑27 School Year
• Closing Date: 02/24/2026

Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.

Job Title:

General Education Para educator Coach
Department/

Location:

Teacher Onboarding & Instructional Coaching
Supervisor:
Director of Teacher Onboarding & Instructional Coaching
Salary

Schedule:

Teacher Salary Schedule
Lane Placement: A‑G (based on qualifications)
Contract Length: 9 months plus up to 20 additional days
FTE: 1.0 FTE
FLSA Classification:
Exempt
Special Designations:
Internal Applicants Only

Contact:
Anne Reese, (385) 646‑4119, areese

The General Education Para educator Specialist provides training and support for designated para educators and School Library Media Clerks. This role involves designing and delivering professional learning on behavior management, student engagement, small-group instruction, and math practice.

• Demonstrates knowledge of research-based strategies regarding behavior management, student engagement, and small-group instruction, aligning these practices to the specific roles of para educators and School Library Media Clerks.
• Supports para educators and clerks by providing research-based resources, training modules, and on-site modeling to ensure effective implementation of support strategies in the classroom.
• Works closely with the Teacher Onboarding and Instructional Coaching Department and other district teams to provide continuity of practices and district-wide alignment.
• Conducts site visits to observe, coach, and communicate with staff regarding professional growth and the implementation of training concepts.
• Maintains accurate data and records regarding training attendance and the effectiveness of professional development initiatives.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Participates in department and district meetings as required.
• Participates in appropriate educator evaluation procedures as per district guidelines.
• Participates in relevant committees and supports district-wide initiatives as assigned.
• Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, colleagues, and members of the community.
• Understands and adheres to laws, district policies, and procedures.
• Maintains effective working relationships with students, parents, school staff, district staff, and members of the community.
• Demonstrates professional ethics as outlined by the Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission.
• Is a positive role model.

• Other duties as assigned

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent basic technology skills.
• Strong knowledge of lesson design and instructional strategies.
• Focus on implementation of the Utah Core Standards with research-based practices.
• Skills in data collection for classroom management, lesson design, lesson delivery, and student engagement.
• Ability to work collaboratively and establish positive relationships with teachers, mentors, union representatives and administrators.
• Ability to build the knowledge and skill level of entry level education professionals.
• Ability to inspire and motivate others toward excellent performance.
• Effective organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with little direct supervision.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to initiate and follow-through on tasks and projects related to the position.
• Skills in designing and facilitating professional learning.
• Strong knowledge of behavior management strategies.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles.
• Strong knowledge of the Instructional Framework and evidence-based strategies for small-group instruction.
• Knowledge of course creation in CANVAS is preferred.
• Skills in using observation data to identify professional development needs and track growth is preferred.

• Current Professional Educator License issued by the Utah State Board of Education.
• Professional…