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Special Ed Paraprofessional / Student Caregiver Mount Ida School District Bobby Barrett Elementary - Mount Ida, Arkansas This job is also posted in Arkansas Jobs In Ed, and Mount Ida School District Job Details

Job ID:

5855017

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Jul 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 3, 2026 Job Description MISD operates on a 4-day school week. Find out more about our district on our website at https://mountidaschools.com.

QUALIFICATIONS

REPORTS TO:

Principal

Job Goal:

To provide patient, compassionate, and high-quality instructional, physical, and behavioral support to K-12 students with special needs, working closely under the direction of certified special education teachers to ensure every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to learn. Minimum Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

Clearances:

Ability to successfully pass a background check, child abuse registry clearance, and fingerprinting process.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift, transfer, and position students (up to 50 lbs unassisted, or heavier with assistance/equipment), stand for extended periods, and bend, kneel, or squat to interact at eye level with students. Key Attributes & Professional Competencies Heart for

Special Education:

A genuine passion for students who face physical, cognitive, emotional, or learning challenges, with a commitment to providing an inclusive, loving, and supportive classroom environment.

Student-Centered Mindset:

A positive, optimistic attitude and a unwavering dedication to doing whatever it takes—through patience, encouragement, and creative support—to help every child learn and feel valued. Adaptability Across K-12: Comfort and enthusiasm for working with students across all grade levels (K-12), adapting style and rapport to meet varying developmental stages.

Collaborative & Teachable:

Demonstrated ability to take initiative while strictly following directives, lesson plans, and instructional strategies set by certified teachers and specialists.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

High-Quality Student & Instructional Support Deliver high-quality, targeted support to individual students or small groups under the direct guidance and direction of the certified special education teacher. Assist in reinforcing concepts, adapting activities, and applying accommodations outlined in students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Classroom Collaboration & Directives Follow all instructional, behavioral, and routines directed by certified teachers, speech pathologists, occupational therapists, and school leadership. Assist the teacher in learning milestones. Help maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment conducive to learning and personal growth. Care, Safety, & Physical Assistance Assist students with physical transitions throughout the school environment. Safely lift, move, or re-position students Assist with personal care and daily living needs with dignity, respect, and utmost care for the student. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student records in compliance with FERPA guidelines.

Position Type:

Full-Time