Special Education Paraeducator; Sped

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Special Education Para educator

Location: Pioneer Elementary School

Reports to: Special Education Instructor/Building Principal

Department: Special Services

Hours / Work Times:

• 6.33 Hours Per Day (7:40 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. includes 30 minute unpaid lunch)
• 4.33 Hours on Early-Release Days (7:40 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. includes 30 minutes unpaid time)
• 6.17 Hours on Designated Full Wednesdays (7:40 a.m. – 2:20 p.m. includes 30 minute unpaid lunch)
• 190 Days Per Year (180 student days / 10 holidays)

Salary Placement: New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the classification salary range. Employees with verified prior years of service may receive experience credit toward salary step placement.

Under the supervision of the Special Education classroom instructor and the building Principal, the Special Education Para educator will assist in the supervision of instructional activities, working closely with students on an individual and small group basis.

• Provide special education services and supports to elementary and/or secondary students eligible for special education under direction of the teacher or IEP manager.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Provide one-to-one and group instruction to students as directed by the teacher to meet individualized education program (IEP) goals.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining a learning environment as specified by course goals and curriculum outcomes.
• Assess student progress, evaluate learning, and collect student performance data to ensure progress toward IEP goals.
• Assist in administering and scoring formal and informal tests.
• Implement behavioral management strategies using techniques outlined by the teacher.
• Assist in organizing and preparing instructional materials.
• Address students’ bathroom needs, including lifting and changing students when required.
• Feed students as necessary.
• Handle body fluids as necessary.
• Lift and/or position students as necessary.
• Provide services as directed by related services providers (OT, PT, SLP).
• Assist students with assistive technology or physical assist devices.
• Attend training sessions as necessary to maintain up-to-date understanding of student needs.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Vision, Speaking, Hearing: 66‑100%
• Standing: 33‑66%
• Walking: 33‑66%
• Writing:
  Up to 33%
• Stooping: 33‑66%
• Reaching: 33‑66%
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. individually; more than 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials.
• Running:
  Up to 33%

• Constant interruptions: 66‑100%
• Verbal communication: 66‑100%
• Confidentiality: 66‑100% (up to 33%)
• Multiple concurrent tasks: 66‑100%
• Reading documents: 66‑100%
• Written communication: up to 33%

Computer, typewriter, copy machines, telephone, and all other tools and equipment necessary to perform the essential functions.

• Basic typing/keyboarding.
• Previous experience working with students in academic areas and/or professional coursework in Special Education.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Demonstrated ability to work with and supervise students.
• Flexibility, initiative, and cooperativeness.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Willingness to learn computer skills and assistive technology.
• Willingness to operate office equipment.
• Ability to perform under constant interruption.
• Physical strength to handle potentially aggressive behavior.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others as part of a team.

• Knowledge of own cultural identity and desire to learn about others.
• Support a positive school environment that celebrates and values diversity.
• Participate in activities and discussions that promote cultural competence.
• Commit to equitable outcomes for all students.
• Recognize each person as a unique individual while celebrating group heritage.
• Establish positive relationships with all persons…