Instructional Paraeducator

Starting Date: Aug 19, 2026

An Instructional Para educator assists a teacher in providing instruction to students. Duties may include follow‑up activities to a teacher’s lessons, small group or individual student support, assistance in preparing materials, record keeping, implementation of behavioral management systems, supervision of student personal care, and supervision of students.

• Assist in the preparation and/or modification of instructional materials.
• Under the direction of the supervising teacher, provide instruction to individuals or small groups of students.
• Provide supervision to student(s) as requested and needed.
• Assist students in self‑care, as necessary.
• Perform clerical tasks including maintaining Medicaid and student data sheets as required.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of student information, providing information on a “need to know” basis only.
• Request assistance from the supervising teacher concerning instructional techniques, behavior management, specific duties, or areas of conflict.
• Follow policy and procedures.
• Monitor students in crisis, including in‑school suspensions.
• Attend staff and parent meetings as required.
• Provide alternate communication strategies for students as necessary.
• Support and implement the behavior management strategies and techniques developed by the teacher.
• Participate in required in‑service training programs.
• Other duties as assigned or appropriate to the particular work setting.

Reports to supervising teacher and building administrator; receives daily work assignments and is evaluated by them. No supervisory responsibilities.

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Must meet one of the following:
  Associate’s degree or higher; 45 college credits;
  Accuplacer test scores (Arithmetic ≥66, Elementary Algebra ≥42, Reading Comprehension & Sentence Skills ≥180); or pass paraeducational assessment with reading, writing, and math instruction support.
• Experience: One year of directly relevant experience in a school setting preferred. Knowledge of children, education, and teaching methods desirable.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to read, interpret, and explain documents; speak effectively; provide instructional support and receive constructive feedback.
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to calculate figures and amounts (banking, discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume).
• Reasoning/Mental: Apply common sense to follow detailed instructions; solve problems in standardized situations; multitask to meet objectives on time and budget.
• Communication & Interpersonal: Communicate courteously with students, faculty, administrators, parents, and external agencies; work cooperatively; show patience, respect, compassion; resolve conflicts and handle stress.
• Other
  
  Skills:
  
  Follow‑through on tasks; pride in work; willingness to assist others; strong verbal communication; safety awareness; confidentiality; computer proficiency (Word, Google, absence management tools).

• Dependability: Reliable, punctual, responsible.
• Self‑Control: Keep composure, control emotions.
• Stress Tolerance: Accept criticism, remain calm.
• Cooperation: Pleasant, good‑natured.
• Concern for Others: Sensitive to needs.
• Attention to Detail: Thorough, careful.
• Integrity: Honest, ethical.
• Adaptability: Open to change.
• Independence: Works with little supervision.

Employee must be able to perform essential functions, including light lifting up to 25 lbs, standing, walking, and occasional lifting above 50 lbs with proper technique. No significant hazards are anticipated.

This job description does not represent the only duties; employees may be required to perform related duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is subject to change.