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Jacksonville Elementary School

Dyslexia/Instructional Paraprofessional 2026-2027 School Year

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $45,032/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Jacksonville, AR (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/26/2026

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$33,789 / year median in Arkansas

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Job Description

Dyslexia/Instructional Paraprofessional 2026-2027 School Year Jacksonville North Pulaski School District Jacksonville Elementary School - Jacksonville, Arkansas This job is also posted in Arkansas Jobs In Ed, and Jacksonville North Pulaski School District Job Details

Job ID:

5841532

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 10, 2026 Job Description Jacksonville North Pulaski School District

Position Title:

Dyslexia/Instructional Paraprofessional 2025-2026 School Year

Reports To:

Building Principal

Contract:

2026-2027 School Year (180 days)

Closing:

Until Filled

SUMMARY:

The Dyslexia Instructional Para-Educator will work under the supervision of a Reading Specialist to deliver instruction to scholars identified as having characteristics of dyslexia, providing them with individualized support to help them succeed academically and develop strategies to overcome challenges associated with dyslexia.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with dyslexia, reinforcing concepts identified by the Reading Specialist. Assist students in developing and implementing strategies to improve reading, writing, spelling, and comprehension skills. Collaborate with Reading Specialists to modify instructional materials and lesson plans to meet the needs of students with dyslexia. Track student progress and communicate regularly with the Reading Specialist. Attend professional development workshops and training sessions to stay updated on best practices and strategies for supporting students with dyslexia. Adhere to all District and Board policies Performs other duties assigned

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE

Associate Degree or higher, successful Para Pro Assessment Exam or 60 college credits and/or experience in the field related to working with students.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Successful completion of pre-employment background checks. Appropriate personal and professional conduct at all times around students, other staff members and the general public. The Jacksonville North Pulaski School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Jacksonville North Pulaski School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$15.59 to $27.71 Per Hour